1985 Caterham 1700 vs. 1973 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1985 Caterham 1700 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,962 cc, 1973 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Caterham 1700 (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Caterham 1700 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 110 S weights approximately 417 kg more than 1985 Caterham 1700.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Caterham 1700 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Caterham 1700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Caterham 1700 | 1973 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Caterham | Mazda |
| Model | 1700 | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1692 cc | 1962 cc |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 543 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2360 mm |
