1963 Subaru 360 vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 48 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1963 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1963 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 1931 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Subaru 360 | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Subaru | Nissan |
Model | 360 | Frontier |
Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 3952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 385 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |