1958 Subaru 360 vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1980 Toyota Celica is newer by 22 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 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1958 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1958 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Celica weights approximately 633 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Subaru 360 | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | 360 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 549 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2640 mm |
