2008 Opel Frontera vs. 1958 Subaru 360
To start off, 2008 Opel Frontera is newer by 50 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Frontera (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1958 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1958 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Frontera weights approximately 1277 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 2008 Opel Frontera 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, 2008 Opel Frontera 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, 2008 Opel Frontera (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Frontera | 1958 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Frontera | 360 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1826 kg | 549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
