1995 Rover 600 vs. 1978 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1995 Rover 600 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 600 (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 600 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1978 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Subaru Rex. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Rover 600, 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, 1995 Rover 600 (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Rover 600 | 1978 Subaru Rex | |
Make | Rover | Subaru |
Model | 600 | Rex |
Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1930 mm |