1958 Ford Zodiac vs. 1970 Subaru FF-1
To start off, 1970 Subaru FF-1 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Subaru FF-1 (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Subaru FF-1 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 432 kg more than 1970 Subaru FF-1.
Because 1958 Ford Zodiac 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 1958 Ford Zodiac. 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, 1958 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Subaru FF-1. (103 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Subaru FF-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Zodiac | 1970 Subaru FF-1 | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Zodiac | FF-1 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2550 cc | 1267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 60 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2430 mm |
