1960 Lotus Elite vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1970 Mazda Luce is newer by 10 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Lotus Elite (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Lotus Elite should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 568 kg more than 1960 Lotus Elite.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Luce (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lotus Elite | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Elite | Luce |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1216 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 582 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2510 mm |
