1959 Lotus Elite vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Toyota Celica is newer by 41 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Celica (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Celica weights approximately 1030 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 2000 Toyota Celica 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, 2000 Toyota Celica 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, 2000 Toyota Celica (622 Nm) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lotus Elite | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Elite | Celica |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1216 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 622 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 87 L |
