1981 Subaru Rex vs. 1962 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1981 Subaru Rex is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 1,505 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Vauxhall VX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Vauxhall VX4 (71 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Vauxhall VX4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Vauxhall VX4 weights approximately 385 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, 1962 Vauxhall VX4 (119 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Vauxhall VX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Subaru Rex | 1962 Vauxhall VX4 | |
| Make | Subaru | Vauxhall |
| Model | Rex | VX4 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 544 cc | 1505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2550 mm |
