1979 Subaru Rex vs. 1977 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1979 Subaru Rex is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Triumph TR7 (92 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 480 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, 1977 Triumph TR7 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru Rex | 1977 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Subaru | Triumph |
| Model | Rex | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 543 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2170 mm |
