2004 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 1965 Subaru 360
To start off, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Pride Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1965 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon should accelerate faster than 1965 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Pride Wagon weights approximately 405 kg more than 1965 Subaru 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Subaru 360 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Subaru 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Kia Pride Wagon (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Subaru 360. (36 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Pride Wagon | 1965 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Pride Wagon | 360 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 1810 mm |
