1959 Peugeot 203 vs. 1976 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1976 Subaru Rex is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Peugeot 203 (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Peugeot 203 should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 390 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, 1959 Peugeot 203 (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Subaru Rex. (38 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Peugeot 203 | 1976 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | 203 | Rex |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1930 mm |
