1972 Mazda 616 vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 31 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (241 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 570 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 616 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2650 mm |
