2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 1968 Subaru 360
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1968 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1968 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1968 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 1968 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 (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 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 1968 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Legacy | 1968 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Legacy | 360 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2455 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
