1958 Subaru 360 vs. 1971 Volvo 140
To start off, 1971 Volvo 140 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Volvo 140 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Volvo 140 (81 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1958 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Volvo 140 should accelerate faster than 1958 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volvo 140 weights approximately 711 kg more than 1958 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, 1971 Volvo 140 (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Volvo 140 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Subaru 360 | 1971 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | 360 | 140 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 549 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2610 mm |
