1973 Ford Cortina vs. 1980 Subaru DL
To start off, 1980 Subaru DL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Cortina would be higher. Both 1973 Ford Cortina and 1980 Subaru DL are equipped with a 1,296 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Subaru DL (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Subaru DL should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Cortina weights approximately 220 kg more than 1980 Subaru DL.
Because 1973 Ford Cortina 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 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Subaru DL, 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, 1980 Subaru DL (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Subaru DL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Cortina | 1980 Subaru DL | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Cortina | DL |
Year Released | 1973 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |