1975 Mazda RX-3 vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1975 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lotus Evora weights approximately 590 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX-3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Lotus Evora (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda RX-3. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda RX-3 | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Mazda | Lotus |
| Model | RX-3 | Evora |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
