1985 Opel Kadett vs. 1968 Subaru 360
To start off, 1985 Opel Kadett is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Opel Kadett (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1968 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1968 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Opel Kadett weights approximately 359 kg more than 1968 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, 1985 Opel Kadett (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Subaru 360. (35 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Kadett | 1968 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Kadett | 360 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
