1996 Honda Legend vs. 1967 Subaru 360
To start off, 1996 Honda Legend is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1967 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1967 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1967 Subaru 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Subaru 360 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Subaru 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Subaru 360. (35 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Subaru 360. 1996 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1967 Subaru 360 has manual transmission. 1967 Subaru 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Legend | 1967 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Legend | 360 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
