1965 Subaru 360 vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1976 Toyota Publica is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 1,164 cc, 1976 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1965 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1965 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Publica weights approximately 340 kg more than 1965 Subaru 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Subaru 360. (36 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Subaru 360 | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | 360 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 415 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2270 mm |
