1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2006 Seat Altea
To start off, 2006 Seat Altea is newer by 36 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Altea 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, 2006 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mazda Luce | 2006 Seat Altea | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | Luce | Altea |
Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |