2005 Audi A6 vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (218 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone. 2005 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1979 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1979 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A6 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2390 mm |
