1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2005 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2005 Seat Arosa is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Luce weights approximately 195 kg more than 2005 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mazda Luce is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mazda Luce. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Arosa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Luce | 2005 Seat Arosa | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | Luce | Arosa |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 34 L |