1973 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1977 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1977 Subaru Rex is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 935 kg more than 1977 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 Pontiac Firebird (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Rex. (39 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Pontiac Firebird | 1977 Subaru Rex | |
Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
Model | Firebird | Rex |
Year Released | 1973 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 1930 mm |