1965 Subaru 360 vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 43 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1965 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1965 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 1015 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.
Because 1965 Subaru 360 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Subaru 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Subaru 360. (36 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Subaru 360 | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | 360 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 415 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |