1980 Audi 200 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 200 (170 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 84 kg more than 1980 Audi 200.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Audi 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1980 Audi 200 (265 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 200 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | 200 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2645 mm |
