2000 Caterham 21 vs. 1958 Subaru 360
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 42 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1958 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1958 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Subaru 360 weights approximately 9 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
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, 2000 Caterham 21 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 1958 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Caterham | Subaru |
| Model | 21 | 360 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 95 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
