1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1972 Mazda 616
To start off, 1972 Mazda 616 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda 616 weights approximately 298 kg more than 1969 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, 1972 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lotus Europa | 1972 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Lotus | Mazda |
Model | Europa | 616 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2480 mm |