2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,837 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata (139 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 835 kg more than 1973 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone.
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2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Leone |
Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1837 cc | 1361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |