1960 Lotus Elite vs. 1967 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1967 Mazda Familia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 1,216 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Lotus Elite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Lotus Elite (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Lotus Elite should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mazda Familia weights approximately 158 kg more than 1960 Lotus Elite.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Lotus Elite (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Lotus Elite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lotus Elite | 1967 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Elite | Familia |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1216 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 582 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 57 L |
