2008 Honda Element vs. 1959 Subaru 360
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1959 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1959 Subaru 360.
Because 1959 Subaru 360 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Subaru 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Subaru 360. 2008 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1959 Subaru 360 has manual transmission. 1959 Subaru 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 1959 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Element | 360 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
