1966 DKW F 102 vs. 2002 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2002 Subaru Forester is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 DKW F 102. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 DKW F 102 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Forester (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1966 DKW F 102. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1966 DKW F 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Forester weights approximately 475 kg more than 1966 DKW F 102. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 DKW F 102. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 DKW F 102. (103 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 DKW F 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 DKW F 102 | 2002 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | DKW | Subaru |
| Model | F 102 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1175 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
