1968 NSU 1000 vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1968 NSU 1000. (70 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1968 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 770 kg more than 1968 NSU 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 NSU 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (319 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 NSU 1000. (83 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 NSU 1000 | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | NSU | Subaru |
| Model | 1000 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |
