1958 Subaru 360 vs. 1995 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 37 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 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Gol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Gol (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1958 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Gol should accelerate faster than 1958 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Gol weights approximately 351 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.
Because 1958 Subaru 360 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Subaru 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Gol, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Volkswagen Gol (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Gol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Subaru 360 | 1995 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | 360 | Gol |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 549 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2480 mm |
