1954 DKW Coupe vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2001 Subaru Forester is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Coupe would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Forester (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Forester weights approximately 491 kg more than 1954 DKW Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 DKW Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe. 2001 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1954 DKW Coupe has manual transmission. 1954 DKW Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1954 DKW Coupe | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
Make | DKW | Subaru |
Model | Coupe | Forester |
Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2530 mm |