1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 1968 Subaru 360
To start off, 1986 Avanti Avanti is newer by 18 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1968 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1968 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 1205 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, 1986 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Subaru 360. (35 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Subaru 360. 1986 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1968 Subaru 360 has manual transmission. 1968 Subaru 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Avanti Avanti | 1968 Subaru 360 | |
Make | Avanti | Subaru |
Model | Avanti | 360 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 355 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 1810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |