1966 MG MGC vs. 1966 Subaru 360
To start off, both 1966 MG MGC and 1966 Subaru 360 were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 MG MGC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 MG MGC (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1966 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 MG MGC should accelerate faster than 1966 Subaru 360.
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 MG MGC (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Subaru 360. (35 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 MG MGC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
1966 MG MGC | 1966 Subaru 360 | |
Make | MG | Subaru |
Model | MGC | 360 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 1810 mm |