1978 Subaru Rex vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Scion FR-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion FR-S weights approximately 695 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.
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, 2013 Scion FR-S (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Subaru Rex | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Subaru | Scion |
| Model | Rex | FR-S |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 544 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2570 mm |
