1996 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1968 Subaru 360
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 28 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1968 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1968 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 875 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 1968 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 1968 Subaru 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant, 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 Mitsubishi Galant (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Subaru 360. (35 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Galant | 1968 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Galant | 360 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 1810 mm |
