2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1959 Subaru 360
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1959 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1959 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1880 kg more than 1959 Subaru 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Subaru 360. (30 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1959 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Sprinter | 360 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2620 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |
