1979 Subaru Rex vs. 2012 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ is newer by 33 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 995 cc (3 cylinders), 2012 Toyota iQ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota iQ (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota iQ weights approximately 325 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, 2012 Toyota iQ, 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, 2012 Toyota iQ (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru Rex | 2012 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Rex | iQ |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 543 cc | 995 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 | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2000 mm |
