1959 Lotus Elite vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2010 Ford Fiesta is newer by 51 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 442 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 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, 2010 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2010 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lotus Elite | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Lotus | Ford |
Model | Elite | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1216 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1022 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 45 L |