1959 Lotus Elite vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1974 Peugeot 504 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Peugeot 504 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1959 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, 1974 Peugeot 504 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1974 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lotus Elite | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
Model | Elite | 504 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1216 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2910 mm |