1948 Austin A 90 vs. 1970 Subaru FF-1
To start off, 1970 Subaru FF-1 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Subaru FF-1 (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Subaru FF-1 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 90 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1970 Subaru FF-1.
Because 1948 Austin A 90 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 1948 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Subaru FF-1, 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, 1948 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Subaru FF-1. (103 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Subaru FF-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 90 | 1970 Subaru FF-1 | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 90 | FF-1 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
