1957 Ford Zodiac vs. 1960 Lotus Elite
To start off, 1960 Lotus Elite is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1960 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1960 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 612 kg more than 1960 Lotus Elite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1957 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Zodiac | 1960 Lotus Elite | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Zodiac | Elite |
Year Released | 1957 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1216 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 66.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 582 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2240 mm |