1989 Honda Concerto vs. 1970 Subaru FF-1
To start off, 1989 Honda Concerto is newer by 19 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Concerto (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1970 Subaru FF-1. (80 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1970 Subaru FF-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Concerto weights approximately 364 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.
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, 1989 Honda Concerto (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Subaru FF-1. (99 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Subaru FF-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Concerto | 1970 Subaru FF-1 | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Concerto | FF-1 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |
