2007 Lotus Exige vs. 1973 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 34 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, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige 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 85 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 1973 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Exige | 110 S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1962 cc |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2360 mm |
