1958 Lotus Elite vs. 2000 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2000 Mazda B2500 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda B2500 (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1958 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1958 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1958 Lotus Elite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Lotus Elite. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lotus Elite. (105 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lotus Elite | 2000 Mazda B2500 | |
Make | Lotus | Mazda |
Model | Elite | B2500 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1216 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2990 mm |