1959 Lotus Elite vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo V50 weights approximately 1018 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 2010 Volvo V50 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Lotus Elite. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 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, 2010 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lotus Elite | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Lotus | Volvo |
Model | Elite | V50 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1216 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4521 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 57 L |