1978 Subaru Rex vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 35 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 725 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, 2013 Mini Cooper, 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Subaru Rex | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Subaru | Mini |
Model | Rex | Cooper |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 544 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3723 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2467 mm |