1969 Mazda Luce vs. 2004 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2004 Seat Alhambra is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,618 cc, 1969 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Alhambra (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 410 kg more than 1969 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Luce | 2004 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | Luce | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2618 cc | 1781 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2830 mm |
