1962 Subaru 360 vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1962 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1962 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 655 kg more than 1962 Subaru 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Subaru 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Subaru 360 | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | 360 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 385 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 42 L |
