1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1961 Subaru 360
To start off, 1984 Ford Sierra is newer by 23 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Sierra (75 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1961 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1961 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Sierra weights approximately 655 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.
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, 1984 Ford Sierra (119 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1961 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Sierra | 360 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
