1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1980 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 7 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Festiva (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Festiva weights approximately 275 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.
Because 1980 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 1980 Subaru Rex. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva, 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, 1987 Ford Festiva (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 1980 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Festiva | Rex |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 1930 mm |
