1996 Opel Vectra vs. 1958 Subaru 360
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Vectra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1958 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1958 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 717 kg more than 1958 Subaru 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Subaru 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra, 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 Opel Vectra (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Vectra | 1958 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Vectra | 360 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
