1966 Lancia Flavia vs. 1976 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1976 Subaru Rex is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 655 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, 1966 Lancia Flavia (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Subaru Rex. (38 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lancia Flavia | 1976 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Flavia | Rex |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1930 mm |
