1972 Audi Variant vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Audi Variant would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1972 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1972 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 465 kg more than 1972 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Audi Variant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Audi Variant | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | Variant | Impreza |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1695 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2624 mm |