1999 Audi A2 vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1999 Audi A2 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A2 (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (52 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A2 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1972 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, 1999 Audi A2 (320 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A2 | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A2 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
