2005 Subaru Baja vs. 1966 Subaru 360
To start off, 2005 Subaru Baja is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Baja (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1966 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1966 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Baja weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1966 Subaru 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Subaru 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja 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 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Subaru 360. (35 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Baja | 1966 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Baja | 360 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
