2003 Honda Fit vs. 1977 Subaru Rex
To start off, 2003 Honda Fit is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Fit (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Fit weights approximately 525 kg more than 1977 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Subaru Rex. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Fit, 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, 2003 Honda Fit (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Fit | 1977 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Fit | Rex |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 1930 mm |
