1988 Mitsubishi Starion vs. 1968 Subaru 360

To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion is newer by 20 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Starion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1968 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion should accelerate faster than 1968 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Starion weights approximately 710 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Subaru 360. (35 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Starion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Subaru 360.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Mitsubishi Starion 1968 Subaru 360
Make Mitsubishi Subaru
Model Starion 360
Year Released 1988 1968
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1995 cc 355 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 102 HP 20 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 164 Nm 35 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1125 kg 415 kg