2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1977 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 190 kg more than 1977 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda Familia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Leone. 2000 Mazda Familia has automatic transmission and 1977 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1977 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mazda Familia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 1977 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | Familia | Leone |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
