2005 Mazda B2500 vs. 1965 Subaru 360
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2500 is newer by 40 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 4,030 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B2500 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1965 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1965 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 1290 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 2005 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Subaru 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 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, 2005 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Subaru 360. (36 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B2500 | 1965 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | B2500 | 360 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4030 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 1810 mm |
