1983 Mazda 323 vs. 1999 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1999 Seat Ibiza is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,071 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda 323 (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Seat Ibiza. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 86 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Seat Ibiza (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 1999 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 323 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
