1959 Ford Prefect vs. 1967 Subaru FF-1
To start off, 1967 Subaru FF-1 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 996 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Prefect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Subaru FF-1 (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Subaru FF-1 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Prefect weights approximately 105 kg more than 1967 Subaru FF-1.
Because 1959 Ford Prefect 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 Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 1967 Subaru FF-1 (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1967 Subaru FF-1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Prefect | 1967 Subaru FF-1 | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Prefect | FF-1 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
