2009 Audi A4 vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1973 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 2009 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone.
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2009 Audi A4 | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A4 | Leone |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |