2005 Lotus Exige vs. 1972 Mazda 616
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (243 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lotus Exige weights approximately 20 kg more than 1972 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, 2005 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Exige | 1972 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Exige | 616 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2480 mm |
