2005 Subaru Forester vs. 1958 Subaru 360
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1958 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1958 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 936 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Forester (246 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Forester | 1958 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Forester | 360 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 95 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
