1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 1965 Subaru 360
To start off, 1988 Dodge Spirit is newer by 23 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1965 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1965 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 901 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.
Because 1965 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 1965 Subaru 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit, 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, 1988 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Subaru 360. (36 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Spirit | 1965 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Spirit | 360 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 1810 mm |
