1976 Subaru Leone vs. 2011 Audi Q5

To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (211 HP) has 151 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Leone. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1976 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 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, 2011 Audi Q5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Subaru Leone. 2011 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 1976 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1976 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Subaru Leone 2011 Audi Q5
Make Subaru Audi
Model Leone Q5
Year Released 1976 2011
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1359 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 60 HP 211 HP
Torque 94 Nm 349 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 795 kg 1855 kg
Vehicle Length 4000 mm 4628 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1654 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2807 mm


 

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