1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1975 Seat 131
To start off, 1975 Seat 131 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Luce (70 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1975 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 185 kg more than 1975 Seat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 131. (95 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1975 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | Luce | 131 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
