1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1979 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1979 Subaru Rex is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 513 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1979 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | Alfetta | Rex |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1930 mm |
