1998 Subaru Legacy vs. 1966 Subaru 360
To start off, 1998 Subaru Legacy is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1966 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1966 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 935 kg more than 1966 Subaru 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Subaru 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Legacy (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Subaru 360. (35 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Subaru Legacy | 1966 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Legacy | 360 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
