2003 Honda Civic vs. 1962 Subaru 360
To start off, 2003 Honda Civic is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1962 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1962 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Civic weights approximately 705 kg more than 1962 Subaru 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Subaru 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Civic, 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, 2003 Honda Civic (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Civic | 1962 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Civic | 360 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
