2005 Rover 75 vs. 1961 Subaru 360
To start off, 2005 Rover 75 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 75 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1961 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1961 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 985 kg more than 1961 Subaru 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Subaru 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75, 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, 2005 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 75 | 1961 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | 75 | 360 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
