1959 Subaru 360 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 47 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 1,423 cc, 2006 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Citi (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1959 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1959 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 779 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, 2006 Volkswagen Citi, 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, 2006 Volkswagen Citi (108 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Subaru 360 | 2006 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | 360 | Citi |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1423 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 385 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 49 L |
