1965 Subaru 360 vs. 2012 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2012 Renault Trafic is newer by 47 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Trafic (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1965 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Trafic should accelerate faster than 1965 Subaru 360.
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, 2012 Renault Trafic, 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, 2012 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Subaru 360. (36 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Subaru 360 | 2012 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Subaru | Renault |
| Model | 360 | Trafic |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |
