1984 Mazda 323 vs. 2011 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2011 Seat Ibiza is newer by 27 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Ibiza (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 325 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, 2011 Seat Ibiza (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 323 | 2011 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 323 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
