1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1978 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1978 Subaru Leone is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 60 kg more than 1978 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda Luce | 1978 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | Luce | Leone |
Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |