1971 Subaru Leone vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 6 (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1971 Subaru Leone. (68 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1971 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, 2012 Mazda 6 (193 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru Leone. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru Leone. 2012 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1971 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1971 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Subaru Leone | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Subaru | Mazda |
| Model | Leone | 6 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1361 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2789 mm |
