1970 Ford Capri vs. 1970 Subaru FF-1
To start off, both 1970 Ford Capri and 1970 Subaru FF-1 were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Capri (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Subaru FF-1. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1970 Subaru FF-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Capri weights approximately 343 kg more than 1970 Subaru FF-1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford Capri 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 1970 Ford Capri. 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 Ford Capri (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Subaru FF-1. (103 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Subaru FF-1.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Capri | 1970 Subaru FF-1 | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Capri | FF-1 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1267 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1103 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2430 mm |