1968 Avanti Avanti vs. 1968 Subaru 360
To start off, both 1968 Avanti Avanti and 1968 Subaru 360 were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Avanti Avanti (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1968 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1968 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1968 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. 1968 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1968 Subaru 360 has manual transmission. 1968 Subaru 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Avanti Avanti | 1968 Subaru 360 | |
Make | Avanti | Subaru |
Model | Avanti | 360 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 355 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 1810 mm |