1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2000 Seat Salsa
To start off, 2000 Seat Salsa is newer by 28 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 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Seat Salsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Salsa (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Salsa weights approximately 315 kg more than 1972 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, 2000 Seat Salsa (302 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Salsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2000 Seat Salsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | Luce | Salsa |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2791 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2590 mm |
