1968 Opel GT vs. 1961 Subaru 360
To start off, 1968 Opel GT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 1,078 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel GT (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1961 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 1961 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel GT weights approximately 485 kg more than 1961 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, 1968 Opel GT (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Opel GT | 1961 Subaru 360 | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | GT | 360 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 355 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 30 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 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 Weight | 870 kg | 385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 1780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 64 L |