1986 Holden Commodore vs. 1965 Subaru 360
To start off, 1986 Holden Commodore is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Commodore (116 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1965 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1965 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Commodore weights approximately 805 kg more than 1965 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 Holden Commodore (232 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Subaru 360. (36 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Holden Commodore | 1965 Subaru 360 | |
Make | Holden | Subaru |
Model | Commodore | 360 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1965 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 1810 mm |