1973 Mazda 110 S vs. 2012 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,962 cc, 1973 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 255 kg more than 1973 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 110 S | 2012 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 110 S | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1895 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
