1981 Mazda 323 vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Altea (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Altea weights approximately 555 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Seat Altea (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mazda 323 | 2005 Seat Altea | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | 323 | Altea |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1069 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |