1970 Subaru FF-1 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 43 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1970 Subaru FF-1. (80 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1970 Subaru FF-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 754 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 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Subaru FF-1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Subaru FF-1. (99 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Subaru FF-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Subaru FF-1 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | FF-1 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1267 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | electric |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2615 mm |
