1979 Subaru Rex vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 27 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (189 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 750 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru Rex | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Rex | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 543 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2610 mm |
