2000 Caterham 21 vs. 1979 Subaru Rex
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Caterham 21 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1979 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, 2000 Caterham 21 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 1979 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Caterham | Subaru |
| Model | 21 | Rex |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 1930 mm |
