1973 Buick Centurion vs. 1970 Subaru FF-1
To start off, 1973 Buick Centurion is newer by 3 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 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1970 Subaru FF-1. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1970 Subaru FF-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1316 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 1973 Buick Centurion 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 1973 Buick Centurion. 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, 1973 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Subaru FF-1. (103 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Subaru FF-1. 1973 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1970 Subaru FF-1 has manual transmission. 1970 Subaru FF-1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1973 Buick Centurion | 1970 Subaru FF-1 | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Centurion | FF-1 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1267 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2430 mm |