1968 Subaru 360 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 45 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1968 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 787 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, 2013 Honda Civic, 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, 2013 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Subaru 360. (35 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Subaru 360 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Subaru | Honda |
| Model | 360 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 415 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4556 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
