1978 Subaru Rex vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 658 kg more than 1978 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Subaru Rex. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic, 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, 2011 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Subaru Rex | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Subaru | Honda |
| Model | Rex | Civic |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 544 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2700 mm |
