1975 Mazda 929 vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, both 1975 Mazda 929 and 1975 Subaru Leone were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda 929 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1975 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Mazda 929 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Mazda 929 (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda 929 | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | 929 | Leone |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1176 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |