1980 Subaru Rex vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 1,000 cc (3 cylinders), 2011 Smart ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Smart ForTwo (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 305 kg more than 1980 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, 2011 Smart ForTwo (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Subaru Rex | 2011 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Subaru | Smart |
| Model | Rex | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 544 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 1867 mm |
