1995 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1963 Subaru 360
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 479 more horse power than 1963 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1963 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1963 Subaru 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1963 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | 155 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 385 kg |
