1994 Ford Mustang vs. 1959 Subaru 360
To start off, 1994 Ford Mustang is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (212 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1959 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1959 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1959 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.
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1994 Ford Mustang | 1959 Subaru 360 | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Mustang | 360 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1959 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 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 | 1470 kg | 385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1780 mm |