1970 Lotus Seven vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda 626 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1970 Lotus Seven. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1970 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1970 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Lotus Seven is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Lotus Seven. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mazda 626, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mazda 626 (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lotus Seven. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Lotus Seven | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Lotus | Mazda |
Model | Seven | 626 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2620 mm |