1973 Subaru Leone vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 3 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1973 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. 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 3 (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone. 2012 Mazda 3 has automatic transmission and 1973 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1973 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mazda 3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1973 Subaru Leone | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Subaru | Mazda |
Model | Leone | 3 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1361 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2639 mm |