1959 Lotus Elite vs. 1975 Mazda 929
To start off, 1975 Mazda 929 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda 929 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1959 Lotus Elite. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda 929 (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lotus Elite | 1975 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Lotus | Mazda |
Model | Elite | 929 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1216 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 65 L |