1983 Mazda 323 vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 8 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 1,176 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Subaru Leone (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda 323 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Subaru Leone (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 323 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1176 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
