1977 Subaru Rex vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2000 TVR Tuscan is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 640 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, 2000 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Rex. (39 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Subaru Rex | 2000 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Subaru | TVR |
| Model | Rex | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 490 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2370 mm |
