1979 Subaru Rex vs. 2008 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2008 TVR Cerbera is newer by 29 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 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR Cerbera (355 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 565 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, 2008 TVR Cerbera (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru Rex | 2008 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Subaru | TVR |
| Model | Rex | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 543 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2570 mm |
