1980 Audi 80 vs. 1974 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1980 Audi 80 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Subaru Leone (60 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 80 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1974 Subaru Leone.
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, 1980 Audi 80 (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1974 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | 80 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
