1959 Lotus Elite vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 52 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 2052 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 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lotus Elite | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Lotus | Land Rover |
Model | Elite | Freelander |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1216 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 2632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 68 L |