2009 Mini Cooper vs. 1976 Subaru Rex
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 33 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 665 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.
Because 1976 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 1976 Subaru Rex. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper, 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Subaru Rex. (38 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Subaru Rex. 2009 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 1976 Subaru Rex has manual transmission. 1976 Subaru Rex will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper | 1976 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Mini | Subaru |
| Model | Cooper | Rex |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 1930 mm |
