1974 Mazda 929 vs. 1999 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 1999 Seat Alhambra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Alhambra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 575 kg more than 1974 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Seat Alhambra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 929 | 1999 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 929 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
