1983 Mazda 323 vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 23 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Alhambra (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 784 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, 2006 Seat Alhambra (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 323 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1634 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2850 mm |
