2001 Audi A6 vs. 1981 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (174 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1981 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, 2001 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 1981 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A6 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2390 mm |
