1998 Audi A6 vs. 1978 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 20 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A6 weights approximately 380 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.
Because 1978 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Subaru Leone 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, 1998 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Audi A6 | 1978 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A6 | Leone |
Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2450 mm |