Subaru 360

Featured here is the first model in Subaru's history, the 360. It was produced from 1958 to 1971 with 392,000 units created in total and 10,000 of them making their way Stateside. Under the boot is a two-cylinder engine producing only 25 horsepower. The 360 goes from 0 to 60 mph in about 37.5 seconds; it is by no means a performance car. As you would expect from a car like this, it had very poor handling and was lacking in terms of amenities. Also, it is a lot smaller and less powerful than the original Volkswagen Beetle. Simply put, the Subaru 360 was designed for Japanese tastes in mind and not so much for American tastes. Today, like several underappreciated vehicles in history, Subaru's first model has gained a cult following among a select group of enthusiasts and collectors. I would never want to own one of these, but I respect the Subaru 360 for being a quirky car that not too many people know of.