1983 Mazda 323 vs. 2001 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2001 Seat Ibiza is newer by 18 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Ibiza (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 240 kg more than 1983 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, 2001 Seat Ibiza (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 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 | 2001 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 323 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
