2005 Mazda Carol vs. 1958 Subaru 360
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 657 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Carol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Carol (45 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1958 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol should accelerate faster than 1958 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Carol weights approximately 81 kg more than 1958 Subaru 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Subaru 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol 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 Carol (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Carol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Carol | 1958 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | Carol | 360 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 64 L |
