1998 Lotus Elise vs. 1965 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1998 Lotus Elise is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus Elise (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mazda Familia weights approximately 78 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Lotus Elise (193 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lotus Elise | 1965 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Elise | Familia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2200 mm |
