2001 Ford Econoline vs. 1963 Subaru 360
To start off, 2001 Ford Econoline is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Econoline (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1963 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1963 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1940 kg more than 1963 Subaru 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Econoline | 1963 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Econoline | 360 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 1780 mm |
