2001 Honda S-MX vs. 1966 Subaru 360
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1966 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1966 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 915 kg more than 1966 Subaru 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Subaru 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Subaru 360. (35 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda S-MX | 1966 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | S-MX | 360 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1810 mm |
