1971 Mazda Luce vs. 1993 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1993 Seat Marbella is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1993 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 575 kg more than 1993 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 1993 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | Luce | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 903 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2170 mm |
