1973 Mazda 929 vs. 2001 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2001 Seat Ibiza is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Seat Ibiza. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 929 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2001 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Ibiza. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 929 | 2001 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 929 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
