1982 Ford Capri vs. 1976 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1982 Ford Capri is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Capri (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Capri weights approximately 455 kg more than 1976 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, 1982 Ford Capri (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Subaru Rex. (38 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Capri | 1976 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Capri | Rex |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 1930 mm |
