1990 Holden Commodore vs. 1962 Subaru 360
To start off, 1990 Holden Commodore is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1962 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1962 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Commodore weights approximately 925 kg more than 1962 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, 1990 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Commodore | 1962 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Commodore | 360 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 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 | 1310 kg | 385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 1780 mm |
