2005 Audi A3 vs. 1976 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Subaru Leone would be higher. Both 2005 Audi A3 and 1976 Subaru Leone are equipped with a 1,595 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Leone. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1976 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 2005 Audi A3 (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Subaru Leone. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Subaru Leone.
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2005 Audi A3 | 1976 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A3 | Leone |
Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |