1966 Lotus Europa vs. 1974 Mazda 818
To start off, 1974 Mazda 818 is newer by 8 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lotus Europa (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 818 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lotus Europa | 1974 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Europa | 818 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2320 mm |
