1976 Subaru Rex vs. 1983 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1983 Subaru Leone is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Subaru Leone (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Subaru Leone weights approximately 285 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.
Because 1976 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 1976 Subaru Rex. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Subaru Leone, 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, 1983 Subaru Leone (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Subaru Rex. (38 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Subaru Rex | 1983 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Rex | Leone |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 488 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2390 mm |
