1995 Audi RS2 vs. 1978 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1995 Audi RS2 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,226 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Audi RS2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi RS2 (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi RS2 should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi RS2 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1978 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1995 Audi RS2 (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Audi RS2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Audi RS2 | 1978 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | RS2 | Leone |
Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |