2007 Lotus Elise vs. 1977 Mazda 616
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda 616 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Lotus Elise (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Elise | 1977 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Elise | 616 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Roadster | 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 | 120 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2480 mm |
