1957 Subaru K 111 vs. 1957 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, both 1957 Subaru K 111 and 1957 Volkswagen Beetle were released in the same year (1957). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Volkswagen Beetle (34 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1957 Subaru K 111. (16 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1957 Subaru K 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 419 kg more than 1957 Subaru K 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Subaru K 111 | 1957 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | K 111 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 385 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2410 mm |
