2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 1961 Subaru 360
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 45 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1961 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1961 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 1248 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 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Subaru 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Legacy | 1961 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Legacy | 360 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
