1958 Subaru 360 vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 49 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1958 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1958 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 548 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Subaru 360 | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | 360 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 95 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 549 kg | 1097 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
