1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2007 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2007 Seat Ibiza is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Ibiza (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 61 kg more than 2007 Seat Ibiza.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 2007 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | Luce | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1896 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |
