1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1959 Subaru 360
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1959 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1959 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 950 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1959 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Dart | 360 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1780 mm |
