1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1959 Subaru 360
To start off, 1972 Austin Allegro is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Austin Allegro (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1959 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1959 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin Allegro weights approximately 485 kg more than 1959 Subaru 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Subaru 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Austin Allegro, 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, 1972 Austin Allegro (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 1959 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | Allegro | 360 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |
