1981 Fiat Panda vs. 1959 Subaru 360
To start off, 1981 Fiat Panda is newer by 22 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 843 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Panda (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1959 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Panda weights approximately 305 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, 1981 Fiat Panda, 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, 1981 Fiat Panda (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Panda | 1959 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Panda | 360 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
