1958 Subaru 360 vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 54 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1958 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1958 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1135 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 2012 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Subaru 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Subaru 360 | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | 360 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 549 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 79 L |