1959 Subaru 360 vs. 2001 Volvo V70
To start off, 2001 Volvo V70 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1959 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1959 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo V70 weights approximately 1199 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.
Because 1959 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 1959 Subaru 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70, 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, 2001 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Subaru 360 | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | 360 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 385 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
