1971 Subaru Leone vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1971 Subaru Leone. (79 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru Leone.
Because 2012 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 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 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru Leone. (109 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Subaru Leone | 2012 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Subaru | Audi |
| Model | Leone | S4 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1361 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2809 mm |
