1965 Steyr 500D vs. 1978 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1978 Subaru Rex is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 500D 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 10 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Subaru Rex should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Subaru Rex weights approximately 55 kg more than 1965 Steyr 500D. 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, 1978 Subaru Rex (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Subaru Rex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Steyr 500D | 1978 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Steyr | Subaru |
| Model | 500D | Rex |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 489 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
