1960 Lotus Elite vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1973 Mazda Luce is newer by 13 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 2,620 cc, 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1960 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1960 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 673 kg more than 1960 Lotus Elite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1973 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 | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Elite | Luce |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1216 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 582 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2590 mm |
