1979 Audi 100 vs. 1992 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1992 Subaru Leone is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Audi 100 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1992 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1979 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Audi 100 | 1992 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | 100 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
