Production: 1968-1969
Subaru 360 debuted in the U.S. in 1968 and was the first car imported by Subaru of America, Inc.The little car was immediately recognizable by its bug-eyed headlights and forward-opening doors. Powered by a 356 cc, 25 hp, two-stroke engine, this microcar reached 50 mph in 37.5 seconds and had a top speed of 69 mph. What the 360 lacked in performance, it made up for in affordability and efficiency with a price of $1297 and a fuel economy of 66 miles per gallon.
Subaru 360
- Production: 1968-1969
- Rear wheel drive
- 2-stroke, air cooled, 356 cc engine
- Horsepower 25, Torque: 25.4 lb-ft.
- 0-50 in 37.5 seconds, 1/4 mile in 28.5 seconds
- 66.3 mpg