2007 Lotus Exige vs. 1974 Mazda 616
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (220 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Lotus Exige (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 1974 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Exige | 616 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| 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 | 220 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2480 mm |
