2004 Audi A4 vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 31 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1973 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, 2004 Audi A4 (285 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A4 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1176 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
