1963 Subaru 360 vs. 1992 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1992 Subaru Legacy is newer by 29 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru Legacy (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1963 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1963 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 1042 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 1992 Subaru Legacy 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, 1992 Subaru Legacy 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, 1992 Subaru Legacy (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Subaru 360 | 1992 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | 360 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 75 mm |
| 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 | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
