1974 Lotus Eclat vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lotus Eclat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lotus Eclat would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lotus Eclat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 130 kg more than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Because 1974 Lotus Eclat 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 1974 Lotus Eclat. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia, 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, 1974 Lotus Eclat (191 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Lotus Eclat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lotus Eclat | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Eclat | Familia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 50 L |
