1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 1968 Subaru 360
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 30 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1968 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1968 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 641 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, 1998 Citroen Xsara, 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, 1998 Citroen Xsara (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Subaru 360. (35 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 1968 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Xsara | 360 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1810 mm |
