2006 Audi TT vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (221 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 300 kg more than 1985 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, 2006 Audi TT (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | TT | Leone |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
