2008 Mazda Premacy vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2008 Mazda Premacy is newer by 35 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (52 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 610 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.
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, 2008 Mazda Premacy (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Premacy | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | Premacy | Leone |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
