1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2003 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2003 Seat Alhambra is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 515 kg more than 1970 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, 2003 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2003 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | Luce | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
