1966 Lotus Europa vs. 1971 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1971 Mazda 110 S is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1971 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda 110 S (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda 110 S weights approximately 350 kg more than 1966 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda 110 S (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda 110 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lotus Europa | 1971 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Europa | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2360 mm |
