1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 36 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Ibiza (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 96 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, 2008 Seat Ibiza (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Luce | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | Luce | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |