1974 Mazda 616 vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lotus Evora weights approximately 528 kg more than 1974 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Lotus Evora (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 616 | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Mazda | Lotus |
| Model | 616 | Evora |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2575 mm |
