1993 Opel Frontera vs. 1968 Subaru 360
To start off, 1993 Opel Frontera is newer by 25 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1968 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1968 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Frontera weights approximately 1224 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 1993 Opel Frontera 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, 1993 Opel Frontera 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, 1993 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Subaru 360. (35 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Opel Frontera | 1968 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Frontera | 360 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
