1973 Ford Cortina vs. 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo
To start off, 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo is newer by 16 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. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Cortina (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (36 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Cortina weights approximately 455 kg more than 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Ford Cortina (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (55 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Cortina | 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Cortina | Mini Jumbo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
