1996 Rover 400 vs. 1962 Subaru 360
To start off, 1996 Rover 400 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 400 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1962 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1962 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 400 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1962 Subaru 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Subaru 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 400, 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 Rover 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Rover 400 | 1962 Subaru 360 | |
Make | Rover | Subaru |
Model | 400 | 360 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 30 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 61.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 1780 mm |