1959 Lotus Elite vs. 1999 Mazda Demio
To start off, 1999 Mazda Demio is newer by 40 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 1,322 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda Demio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Lotus Elite (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lotus Elite should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda Demio weights approximately 380 kg more than 1959 Lotus Elite.
Because 1959 Lotus Elite is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Lotus Elite. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Demio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Lotus Elite (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Lotus Elite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lotus Elite | 1999 Mazda Demio | |
Make | Lotus | Mazda |
Model | Elite | Demio |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1216 cc | 1322 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2400 mm |