1960 Lotus Seven vs. 1978 Mazda 323
To start off, 1978 Mazda 323 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,415 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Lotus Seven | 1978 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Lotus | Mazda |
Model | Seven | 323 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1415 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2320 mm |