1978 Mazda Familia vs. 1994 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1994 Seat Ibiza is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,272 cc, 1978 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1994 Seat Ibiza. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1994 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 166 kg more than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Seat Ibiza. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda Familia | 1994 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | Familia | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1042 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2450 mm |
