1972 Mazda 616 vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1985 Subaru Leone is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Subaru Leone (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru Leone weights approximately 160 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Subaru Leone (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 616 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
