1979 Subaru Rex vs. 2003 Vauxhall Agila
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Agila is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 973 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Agila (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Agila should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Agila 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.
Because 1979 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 1979 Subaru Rex. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Agila, 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, 2003 Vauxhall Agila (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru Rex | 2003 Vauxhall Agila | |
| Make | Subaru | Vauxhall |
| Model | Rex | Agila |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 543 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2370 mm |
