1968 NSU 1000 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 42 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1968 NSU 1000. (70 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1968 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 797 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 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 NSU 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 NSU 1000. (83 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | NSU | Subaru |
| Model | 1000 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 64 L |
