1957 Lotus Seven vs. 1973 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1973 Mazda 1000 is newer by 16 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 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Lotus Seven is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 1000 (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 1000 should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 1000 weights approximately 269 kg more than 1957 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lotus Seven | 1973 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Seven | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2270 mm |
