1969 Lotus Seven vs. 1974 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1974 Mazda 110 S is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1974 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Seven (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 110 S weights approximately 384 kg more than 1969 Lotus Seven.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda 110 S (143 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Seven. (123 Nm). This means 1974 Mazda 110 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Seven | 1974 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Seven | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2360 mm |
