1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 1970 Subaru FF-1
To start off, 1972 Plymouth Valiant 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1970 Subaru FF-1. (80 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 1970 Subaru FF-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 584 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 1972 Plymouth Valiant 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 1972 Plymouth Valiant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Subaru FF-1. (99 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Subaru FF-1.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Plymouth Valiant | 1970 Subaru FF-1 | |
Make | Plymouth | Subaru |
Model | Valiant | FF-1 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1267 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.6 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |