1979 Mazda 121 vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, both 1979 Mazda 121 and 1979 Subaru Leone were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 121 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 121 weights approximately 134 kg more than 1979 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mazda 121. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Mazda 121 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda 121 | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | 121 | Leone |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |