1969 Audi Variant vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Audi Variant would be higher. At 3,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Outback (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1969 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1969 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 588 kg more than 1969 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Audi Variant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback 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, 2013 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Audi Variant | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | Variant | Outback |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2740 mm |
