1977 Subaru Rex vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 35 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Fit weights approximately 597 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.
Because 1977 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 1977 Subaru Rex. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit, 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, 2012 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Rex. (39 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Rex. 2012 Honda Fit has automatic transmission and 1977 Subaru Rex has manual transmission. 1977 Subaru Rex will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Subaru Rex | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Subaru | Honda |
| Model | Rex | Fit |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 490 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2499 mm |
