1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1963 Subaru 360
To start off, 1978 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 1,049 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1963 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1963 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 475 kg more than 1963 Subaru 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Subaru 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Ritmo, 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, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Ritmo | 1963 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Ritmo | 360 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 61.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 1780 mm |
