1970 Subaru FF-1 vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1973 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Subaru FF-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Subaru FF-1 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Subaru FF-1 (68 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Subaru FF-1 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 80 kg more than 1970 Subaru FF-1.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Subaru FF-1 (99 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Subaru FF-1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Subaru FF-1 | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Subaru | Triumph |
| Model | FF-1 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1266 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2110 mm |
