1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1981 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1981 Subaru Rex is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 295 kg more than 1981 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, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (104 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 1981 Subaru Rex | |
Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
Model | Charmant | Rex |
Year Released | 1979 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 1930 mm |