Subaru’s 360: Why The Brand’s First Car Is Considered Its Worst

Subaru has developed a solid reputation for building safe and reliable cars and SUVs over the last half-century or so, but long before the Forester, Outback, and Impreza solidified that reputation, another model almost tanked it. Subaru’s first effort was the 360, which fit in the Japanese Kei car category.  In its home market, these tiny cars were well-suited to the crowded streets of Tokyo and Osaka. However, the two-cylinder, two-stroke, 25 horsepower engine in the 360 made it a nightmare

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