1976 Subaru Leone vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Leone. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 916 kg more than 1976 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Subaru Leone. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Subaru Leone | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Subaru | Mazda |
Model | Leone | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3010 mm |