1958 Lotus Elite vs. 1988 TVR Type S
To start off, 1988 TVR Type S is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 TVR Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Type S (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1958 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Type S should accelerate faster than 1958 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 TVR Type S weights approximately 320 kg more than 1958 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, 1988 TVR Type S (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lotus Elite. (105 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 TVR Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lotus Elite | 1988 TVR Type S | |
| Make | Lotus | TVR |
| Model | Elite | Type S |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1216 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2300 mm |
