1972 Honda Life vs. 1979 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1979 Subaru Rex is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Life would be higher. At 543 cc (2 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Rex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 29 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Subaru Rex weights approximately 45 kg more than 1972 Honda Life.
Because 1979 Subaru Rex 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 1979 Subaru Rex. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda Life, 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, 1979 Subaru Rex (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1979 Subaru Rex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Life | 1979 Subaru Rex | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Life | Rex |
Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 1930 mm |