1977 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1968 Subaru 360
To start off, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 9 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice (109 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1968 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1968 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1255 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Subaru 360. (35 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Subaru 360. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1968 Subaru 360 has manual transmission. 1968 Subaru 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chevrolet Caprice | 1968 Subaru 360 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Caprice | 360 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 355 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 1810 mm |