1979 Subaru Leone vs. 1981 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1981 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,292 cc (2 cylinders), 1981 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (120 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 165 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 1981 Mazda Cosmo. 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, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone. 1981 Mazda Cosmo has automatic transmission and 1979 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1979 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Mazda Cosmo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru Leone | 1981 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Subaru | Mazda |
| Model | Leone | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2620 mm |
