1971 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1971 Subaru FF-1
To start off, both 1971 Chrysler New Yorker and 1971 Subaru FF-1 were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,204 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker (272 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1971 Subaru FF-1. (65 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru FF-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 1324 kg more than 1971 Subaru FF-1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Chrysler New Yorker 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 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker (520 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru FF-1. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru FF-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler New Yorker | 1971 Subaru FF-1 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | New Yorker | FF-1 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7204 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2430 mm |
