2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1959 Subaru 360
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 50 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1959 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 755 kg more than 1959 Subaru 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Subaru 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1959 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Panda | 360 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 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 | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |
