2003 Mazda Roadster vs. 1966 Subaru 360
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 37 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Roadster (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1966 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 1966 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Roadster weights approximately 615 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.
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, 2003 Mazda Roadster (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Subaru 360. (35 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Roadster | 1966 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | Roadster | 360 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 64 L |
