1989 Audi 90 vs. 1968 Subaru 360
To start off, 1989 Audi 90 is newer by 21 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 1,993 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 90 (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1968 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1968 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 90 weights approximately 805 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.
Because 1989 Audi 90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Subaru 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 90 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Audi 90 (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Subaru 360. (35 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 90 | 1968 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | 90 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1810 mm |
