1970 Subaru FF-1 vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1970 Subaru FF-1 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,267 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Subaru FF-1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Subaru FF-1 (80 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Subaru FF-1 should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Subaru FF-1 weights approximately 146 kg more than 1961 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Subaru FF-1 (99 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Subaru FF-1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Subaru FF-1 | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | FF-1 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1267 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2140 mm |
