1959 Lotus Elite vs. 1999 Seat Formula
To start off, 1999 Seat Formula is newer by 40 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Formula is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Formula (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Formula should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Formula weights approximately 320 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.
Because 1999 Seat Formula is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Lotus Elite. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Seat Formula 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, 1999 Seat Formula (301 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Formula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lotus Elite | 1999 Seat Formula | |
| Make | Lotus | Seat |
| Model | Elite | Formula |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1216 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| 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 | 3710 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 55 L |
