2006 Jeep Liberty vs. 1958 Subaru 360
To start off, 2006 Jeep Liberty is newer by 48 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1958 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1958 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 1128 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 2006 Jeep Liberty 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, 2006 Jeep Liberty 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, 2006 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Liberty | 1958 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | Liberty | 360 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 64 L |
