2004 Audi A6 vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 590 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.
Because 1973 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A6. 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, 2004 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A6 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2450 mm |
