2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 31 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 1,361 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP) has 168 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 478 kg more than 1975 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | RX-8 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
