1999 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1961 Subaru 360
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1961 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1961 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 1360 kg more than 1961 Subaru 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Subaru 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture, 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, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Venture | 1961 Subaru 360 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Venture | 360 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 355 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 30 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 1780 mm |