1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 1959 Subaru 360
To start off, 1966 Ford Zephyr 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 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Zephyr (126 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1959 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1959 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 945 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 Ford Zephyr (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Zephyr | 1959 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Zephyr | 360 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
