1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 1958 Subaru 360
To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota is newer by 41 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 531 kg more than 1958 Subaru 360.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dodge Dakota (468 Nm) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Subaru 360. (30 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Dakota | 1958 Subaru 360 | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Dakota | 360 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 14 HP |
Torque | 468 Nm | 30 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 1780 mm |