1977 Honda Accord vs. 1972 Subaru FF-1
To start off, 1977 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Subaru FF-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Subaru FF-1 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1972 Subaru FF-1. (52 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru FF-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Honda Accord weights approximately 195 kg more than 1972 Subaru FF-1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1977 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru FF-1. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru FF-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 1972 Subaru FF-1 | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Accord | FF-1 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1087 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
