2009 Mazda Premacy vs. 1967 Subaru 360
To start off, 2009 Mazda Premacy is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1967 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1967 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1967 Subaru 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Subaru 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Premacy, 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, 2009 Mazda Premacy (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Subaru 360. (35 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda Premacy | 1967 Subaru 360 | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | Premacy | 360 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 1810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |