1996 Ford Mustang vs. 1966 Subaru 360
To start off, 1996 Ford Mustang is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (350 HP) has 330 more horse power than 1966 Subaru 360. (20 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1966 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 930 kg more than 1966 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (556 Nm) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Subaru 360. (35 Nm). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mustang | 1966 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Mustang | 360 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 20 HP |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1810 mm |
