2003 Audi A2 vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2003 Audi A2 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Subaru Leone (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru Leone weights approximately 180 kg more than 2003 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Audi A2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 2003 Audi A2 (141 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A2 | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A2 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1191 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
