1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 1968 Subaru 360
To start off, 1968 Subaru 360 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fiat 1100 (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1968 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1968 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1968 Subaru 360. 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, 1957 Fiat 1100 (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Subaru 360. (35 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 Fiat 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1100 | 1968 Subaru 360 | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | 1100 | 360 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 355 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 1810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |