2004 GAZ 3111 vs. 1962 Subaru 360
To start off, 2004 GAZ 3111 is newer by 42 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 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1962 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1962 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 1115 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.
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, 2004 GAZ 3111 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GAZ 3111 | 1962 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | GAZ | Subaru |
| Model | 3111 | 360 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 61.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 1780 mm |
