1958 Lotus Elite vs. 1976 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1976 Subaru Rex is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 1,216 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Lotus Elite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Lotus Elite (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lotus Elite should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lotus Elite weights approximately 45 kg more than 1976 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Lotus Elite (105 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Subaru Rex. (38 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Lotus Elite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lotus Elite | 1976 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Lotus | Subaru |
| Model | Elite | Rex |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1216 cc | 488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 1930 mm |
