1964 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1968 Subaru 360
To start off, 1968 Subaru 360 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Fiat Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Fiat Cabriolet (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1968 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1968 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 475 kg more than 1968 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, 1964 Fiat Cabriolet (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Subaru 360. (35 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1964 Fiat Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat Cabriolet | 1968 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Cabriolet | 360 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 64 L |
