1959 Subaru 360 vs. 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C
To start off, 1959 Subaru 360 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1959 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1959 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1959 Subaru 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Subaru 360 | 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C | |
| Make | Subaru | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 360 | 6C |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1939 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 385 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 77 L |
