1966 Subaru 360 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1966 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1966 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1966 Subaru 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Subaru 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord, 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, 2010 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Subaru 360. (35 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Subaru 360 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Subaru | Honda |
| Model | 360 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 415 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
