1979 Subaru Rex vs. 2007 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2007 Toyota Aygo is newer by 28 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Aygo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Aygo (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 329 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, 2007 Toyota Aygo, 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, 2007 Toyota Aygo (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru Rex | 2007 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Rex | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 543 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2340 mm |
