1968 Subaru 360 vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1968 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1968 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 1095 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.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Subaru 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Subaru 360. (35 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Subaru 360 | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | 360 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 355 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 415 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |