1966 Audi Variant vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2001 Subaru Forester is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Audi Variant 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 (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1966 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1966 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Forester weights approximately 315 kg more than 1966 Audi Variant. 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 1966 Audi Variant. 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 (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Audi Variant | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | Variant | Forester |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
