1959 Abarth 750 vs. 1987 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1987 Subaru Rex is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 750 (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1987 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1987 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Subaru Rex weights approximately 20 kg more than 1959 Abarth 750.
Because 1959 Abarth 750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Subaru Rex, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Abarth 750 (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 750 | 1987 Subaru Rex | |
Make | Abarth | Subaru |
Model | 750 | Rex |
Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 43 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2260 mm |