2007 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 1968 Subaru 360
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1968 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1968 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1968 Subaru 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Subaru 360. (35 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Subaru 360. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider has automatic transmission and 1968 Subaru 360 has manual transmission. 1968 Subaru 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Raider | 1968 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Raider | 360 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |
