2000 Fiat Coupe vs. 1959 Subaru 360
To start off, 2000 Fiat Coupe is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Coupe (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1959 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1959 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 795 kg more than 1959 Subaru 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Subaru 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Coupe, 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, 2000 Fiat Coupe (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Coupe | 1959 Subaru 360 | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Coupe | 360 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 30 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |