1979 Subaru Leone vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 33 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 2,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 550 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.
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 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru Leone | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Subaru | Mazda |
| Model | Leone | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3010 mm |
