1979 Subaru Rex vs. 1975 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1979 Subaru Rex is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Triumph Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Triumph Toledo (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Triumph Toledo should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Triumph Toledo weights approximately 350 kg more than 1979 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, 1975 Triumph Toledo (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Triumph Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru Rex | 1975 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Subaru | Triumph |
| Model | Rex | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 543 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2460 mm |
