1968 Subaru 360 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 34 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (78 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1968 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1968 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 715 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 1968 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 1968 Subaru 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (147 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Subaru 360. (35 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Subaru 360 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | 360 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
