1959 Subaru 360 vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 50 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1959 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1959 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 1050 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 2009 Subaru Impreza 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Subaru 360 | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | 360 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 231 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 385 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
