1981 Subaru Rex vs. 1953 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1981 Subaru Rex is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Triumph Mayflower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Triumph Mayflower (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Triumph Mayflower should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 419 kg more than 1981 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, 1953 Triumph Mayflower (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Triumph Mayflower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Subaru Rex | 1953 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Subaru | Triumph |
| Model | Rex | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 544 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2110 mm |
