1957 Lotus Seven vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1968 Mazda Familia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Lotus Seven is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lotus Seven (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Lotus Seven weights approximately 10 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Lotus Seven (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Lotus Seven will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lotus Seven | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Seven | Familia |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 57 L |
