1978 Subaru Rex vs. 1978 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, both 1978 Subaru Rex and 1978 Vauxhall Carlton were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 599 kg more than 1978 Subaru Rex.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Subaru Rex | 1978 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Subaru | Vauxhall |
| Model | Rex | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 544 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2680 mm |
