1958 Subaru 360 vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 52 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1958 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1958 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Element weights approximately 1045 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, 2010 Honda Element, 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, 2010 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Subaru 360. 2010 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1958 Subaru 360 has manual transmission. 1958 Subaru 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Subaru 360 | 2010 Honda Element | |
| Make | Subaru | Honda |
| Model | 360 | Element |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 549 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
