1959 Ford Anglia vs. 1970 Subaru FF-1
To start off, 1970 Subaru FF-1 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,266 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Subaru FF-1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Subaru FF-1 (68 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Subaru FF-1 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Anglia weights approximately 108 kg more than 1970 Subaru FF-1.
Because 1959 Ford Anglia 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 1959 Ford Anglia. 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, 1970 Subaru FF-1 (99 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1970 Subaru FF-1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Anglia | 1970 Subaru FF-1 | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Anglia | FF-1 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 50 L |
