1984 Mazda 323 vs. 2003 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2003 Seat Alhambra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 813 kg more than 1984 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, 2003 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 323 | 2003 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 323 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |
