1969 Subaru FF-1 vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1993 Toyota Carina is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Subaru FF-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Subaru FF-1 would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Carina (72 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1969 Subaru FF-1. (52 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1969 Subaru FF-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Carina weights approximately 529 kg more than 1969 Subaru FF-1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Toyota Carina (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Subaru FF-1. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Subaru FF-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Subaru FF-1 | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | FF-1 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1088 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2590 mm |
