2003 Honda Logo vs. 1979 Subaru Rex
To start off, 2003 Honda Logo is newer by 24 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 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Logo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Logo (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Logo should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Logo weights approximately 405 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.
Because 1979 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 1979 Subaru Rex. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Logo, 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 Logo (108 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Logo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Logo | 1979 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Logo | Rex |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 1930 mm |
