1967 Subaru 360 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1967 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster should accelerate faster than 1967 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster weights approximately 830 kg more than 1967 Subaru 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Subaru 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster, 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 Mini Cooper Roadster (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Subaru 360. (35 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Subaru 360 | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
| Make | Subaru | Mini |
| Model | 360 | Cooper Roadster |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 415 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
