1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1979 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1979 Subaru Rex is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (91 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 295 kg more than 1979 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, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 1979 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | Valiant | Rex |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 1930 mm |
