1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1970 Subaru FF-1
To start off, 1972 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 2 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 1,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Subaru FF-1 (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Subaru FF-1 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 170 kg more than 1970 Subaru FF-1.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Subaru FF-1. (103 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Subaru FF-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Bluebird | 1970 Subaru FF-1 | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Bluebird | FF-1 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 1267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |
