2008 Subaru Forester vs. 1966 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 638 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Wartburg 311. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Forester | 1966 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Subaru | Wartburg |
| Model | Forester | 311 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
