1972 Ford Cortina vs. 1971 Subaru R-2
To start off, 1972 Ford Cortina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Subaru R-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Subaru R-2 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Cortina (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1971 Subaru R-2. (27 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru R-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Cortina weights approximately 584 kg more than 1971 Subaru R-2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1972 Ford Cortina (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru R-2. (40 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru R-2.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Cortina | 1971 Subaru R-2 | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Cortina | R-2 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 1930 mm |