2003 Audi TT vs. 1988 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2003 Audi TT is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi TT (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi TT weights approximately 330 kg more than 1988 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, 2003 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi TT | 1988 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | TT | Leone |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
