1976 Mazda 818 vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1976 Mazda 818 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Subaru Leone (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 818 weights approximately 177 kg more than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Because 1976 Mazda 818 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 1976 Mazda 818. 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 Subaru Leone (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 818 | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 818 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2450 mm |
