2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 1966 Subaru 360
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (187 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1966 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1966 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 925 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 2003 Subaru Legacy 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Subaru 360. (35 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Legacy | 1966 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Legacy | 360 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
