2009 GMC Canyon vs. 1968 Subaru 360
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 41 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1968 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1968 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1315 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.
Because 2009 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Subaru 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon 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 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Subaru 360. (35 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 1968 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Canyon | 360 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
