1978 Nissan Stanza vs. 1970 Subaru FF-1
To start off, 1978 Nissan Stanza is newer by 8 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1970 Subaru FF-1. (80 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1970 Subaru FF-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 229 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Subaru FF-1. (99 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Subaru FF-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Stanza | 1970 Subaru FF-1 | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Stanza | FF-1 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
