2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 1970 Subaru FF-1
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 31 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Subaru FF-1 (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Subaru FF-1 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1970 Subaru FF-1.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Subaru FF-1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Subaru FF-1. (103 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Subaru FF-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B2500 | 1970 Subaru FF-1 | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | B2500 | FF-1 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2430 mm |
