1978
Subaru BRAT
The BRAT (Bi-drive Recreational All-terrain Transporter) was Subaru's car-based pickup combining the Leone's platform with a small truck bed and rear-facing jump seats — the latter added to avoid US "chicken tax" tariffs on imported trucks. It was America's first all-wheel-drive pickup and became a cult favourite.
Compact Pickup / El Camino
Technical Specifications
| Engine | 1.6L OHV Flat-4 (EA71) |
| Displacement | 1,595 cc |
| Horsepower | 67 hp |
| Torque | 116 Nm |
| Transmission | 4-Speed Manual |
| Drivetrain | Part-Time 4WD |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 140 km/h |
| Length | 4,235 mm |
| Width | 1,595 mm |
| Height | 1,510 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,450 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,035 kg |
| MSRP Range | $6,395 (1978 US) |