1957 Lotus Seven vs. 1978 Mazda 616
To start off, 1978 Mazda 616 is newer by 21 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lotus Seven (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 616 weights approximately 162 kg more than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Lotus Seven (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Lotus Seven will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lotus Seven | 1978 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Seven | 616 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2480 mm |
