1959 Subaru 360 vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 49 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1959 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1959 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 990 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 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Subaru 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Subaru 360 | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | 360 | Forester |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 385 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |