1958 Lotus Elite vs. 2013 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2013 Nissan Juke is newer by 55 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Juke is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Juke (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1958 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1958 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Juke weights approximately 861 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.
Because 2013 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Lotus Elite. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Juke will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lotus Elite. (105 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lotus Elite | 2013 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Elite | Juke |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1216 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1441 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 45 L |
