1980 Audi Sport vs. 2003 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2003 Subaru Impreza is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Impreza. (246 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 380 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Subaru Impreza (333 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 2003 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | Sport | Impreza |
Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |