1970 Mercury Comet vs. 1969 Subaru FF-1
To start off, 1970 Mercury Comet is newer by 1 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Comet (98 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1969 Subaru FF-1. (52 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1969 Subaru FF-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 655 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.
Because 1970 Mercury Comet 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 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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 Mercury Comet (249 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Subaru FF-1. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Subaru FF-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Comet | 1969 Subaru FF-1 | |
| Make | Mercury | Subaru |
| Model | Comet | FF-1 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |
