1963 Ford Consul vs. 1981 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1981 Subaru Rex is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,340 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ford Consul (53 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Consul should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ford Consul weights approximately 327 kg more than 1981 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Ford Consul 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 1963 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1963 Ford Consul (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Consul | 1981 Subaru Rex | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Consul | Rex |
Year Released | 1963 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1340 cc | 543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 43 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65.1 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2260 mm |