1996 Plymouth Neon vs. 1970 Subaru FF-1
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Neon is newer by 26 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Neon (132 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1970 Subaru FF-1. (68 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1970 Subaru FF-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 409 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, 1996 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Subaru FF-1. (99 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Subaru FF-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Plymouth Neon | 1970 Subaru FF-1 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Subaru |
| Model | Neon | FF-1 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 50 L |
