1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1966 Seat 600
To start off, 1973 Mazda Luce is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1966 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1966 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 485 kg more than 1966 Seat 600. 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 Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda Luce | 1966 Seat 600 | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | Luce | 600 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 765 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 47 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2010 mm |