2009 Audi A3 vs. 1981 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 482 kg more than 1981 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, 2009 Audi A3 (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1981 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A3 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |
