1941 GAZ 10-73 vs. 2000 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2000 Lotus Elise is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 GAZ 10-73. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 GAZ 10-73 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 GAZ 10-73 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Elise (143 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1941 GAZ 10-73. (75 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1941 GAZ 10-73. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 GAZ 10-73 weights approximately 730 kg more than 2000 Lotus Elise.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 GAZ 10-73 | 2000 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | GAZ | Lotus |
| Model | 10-73 | Elise |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2310 mm |
