1964 Fiat 500 vs. 1978 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1978 Subaru Rex is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 544 cc (2 cylinders), 1978 Subaru Rex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Subaru Rex (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Subaru Rex should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Fiat 500 weights approximately 11 kg more than 1978 Subaru Rex.
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, 1978 Subaru Rex (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Subaru Rex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 1978 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 500 | Rex |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 1930 mm |
