1960 Land Rover 88 vs. 1970 Subaru FF-1
To start off, 1970 Subaru FF-1 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Land Rover 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Subaru FF-1 (80 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Subaru FF-1 should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Land Rover 88 weights approximately 734 kg more than 1970 Subaru FF-1.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Subaru FF-1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1960 Land Rover 88 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Subaru FF-1. (99 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Land Rover 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Subaru FF-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Land Rover 88 | 1970 Subaru FF-1 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Subaru |
| Model | 88 | FF-1 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2430 mm |
