1996 Mazda 121 vs. 1986 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1996 Mazda 121 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru Leone would be higher. Both 1996 Mazda 121 and 1986 Subaru Leone are equipped with a 1,299 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru Leone (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 121 weights approximately 11 kg more than 1986 Subaru Leone.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1996 Mazda 121 (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda 121 | 1986 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 121 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
