1963 Subaru 360 vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1985 Subaru Leone is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Subaru Leone (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1963 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1963 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru Leone weights approximately 685 kg more than 1963 Subaru 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Subaru 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone 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, 1985 Subaru Leone (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Subaru 360 | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | 360 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 385 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2470 mm |
