1960 Lotus Elite vs. 2005 Mazda Marathon
To start off, 2005 Mazda Marathon is newer by 45 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 2,260 cc, 2005 Mazda Marathon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Marathon (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1960 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Marathon should accelerate faster than 1960 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Marathon weights approximately 935 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.
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, 2005 Mazda Marathon (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Marathon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lotus Elite | 2005 Mazda Marathon | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Elite | Marathon |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Size | 1216 cc | 2260 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 10 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 582 kg | 1517 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 76 L |
