1999 Audi R8R vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1999 Audi R8R is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8R (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8R should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Subaru Leone weights approximately 948 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R.
Because 1973 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Audi R8R. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1999 Audi R8R (330 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone. 1999 Audi R8R has automatic transmission and 1973 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1973 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi R8R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | R8R | Leone |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1470 mm |
