1966 Austin A 40 vs. 1959 Subaru 360
To start off, 1966 Austin A 40 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Austin A 40 (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1959 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1959 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin A 40 weights approximately 377 kg more than 1959 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, 1966 Austin A 40 (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Austin A 40 | 1959 Subaru 360 | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 40 | 360 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 30 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 1780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 64 L |