1971 Subaru FF-1 vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1988 Toyota Carina is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Subaru FF-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Subaru FF-1 would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (72 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1971 Subaru FF-1. (65 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru FF-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Carina weights approximately 404 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Toyota Carina (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru FF-1. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru FF-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Subaru FF-1 | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | FF-1 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1088 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 696 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2540 mm |
