2000 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1978 Subaru Rex
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 22 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 1,348 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daewoo Lanos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daewoo Lanos (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 475 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, 2000 Daewoo Lanos, 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, 2000 Daewoo Lanos (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Lanos | 1978 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Daewoo | Subaru |
| Model | Lanos | Rex |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1348 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 1930 mm |
