2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1970 Subaru FF-1
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 38 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Subaru FF-1 (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Subaru FF-1 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 280 kg more than 1970 Subaru FF-1.
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, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Subaru FF-1. (103 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Subaru FF-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 1970 Subaru FF-1 | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Grande Punto | FF-1 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
