1968 Mazda Familia vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1972 Subaru Leone is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Familia (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (52 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Familia weights approximately 15 kg more than 1972 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Subaru Leone (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Familia | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | Familia | Leone |
Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 1088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2450 mm |