1967 Ford 17 vs. 1970 Subaru FF-1
To start off, 1970 Subaru FF-1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Subaru FF-1 (68 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1967 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Subaru FF-1 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford 17 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1970 Subaru FF-1.
Because 1967 Ford 17 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 1967 Ford 17. 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, 1967 Ford 17 (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Subaru FF-1. (99 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Subaru FF-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford 17 | 1970 Subaru FF-1 | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | 17 | FF-1 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
