1981 Fiat Vivace vs. 1961 Subaru 360
To start off, 1981 Fiat Vivace is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1961 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1961 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Vivace weights approximately 425 kg more than 1961 Subaru 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Subaru 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Vivace, 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 Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Vivace | 1961 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Vivace | 360 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 1780 mm |
