2004 AC Aceca vs. 1976 Subaru Rex
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 975 kg more than 1976 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, 2004 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Subaru Rex. (38 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
2004 AC Aceca | 1976 Subaru Rex | |
Make | AC | Subaru |
Model | Aceca | Rex |
Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 38 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 1930 mm |