1981 Fiat Strada vs. 1963 Subaru 360
To start off, 1981 Fiat Strada is newer by 18 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Strada (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1963 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1963 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Strada weights approximately 595 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, 1981 Fiat Strada, 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 Strada (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Strada | 1963 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Strada | 360 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
