1958 Lotus Elite vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1958 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1958 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 948 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lotus Elite. (105 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lotus Elite | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Lotus | Subaru |
Model | Elite | Forester |
Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1216 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2615 mm |