2007 Audi A3 vs. 1990 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1990 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, 2007 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 1990 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A3 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
