1959 Lotus Elite vs. 2005 Peugeot 107
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 107 is newer by 46 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 1,216 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Lotus Elite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Lotus Elite (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 107. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lotus Elite should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 107 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1959 Lotus Elite.
Because 1959 Lotus Elite is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Lotus Elite. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 107, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Lotus Elite (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 107. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Lotus Elite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lotus Elite | 2005 Peugeot 107 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Elite | 107 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1216 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 35 L |
