2005 MCC ForTwo vs. 1979 Subaru Rex
To start off, 2005 MCC ForTwo is newer by 26 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 698 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 MCC ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MCC ForTwo (49 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 MCC ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MCC ForTwo weights approximately 195 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, 2005 MCC ForTwo (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 MCC ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MCC ForTwo | 1979 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | MCC | Subaru |
| Model | ForTwo | Rex |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
