1959 Lotus Elite vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 54 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 3,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Outback (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 1078 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 2013 Subaru Outback 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, 2013 Subaru Outback 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, 2013 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lotus Elite. 2013 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 1959 Lotus Elite has manual transmission. 1959 Lotus Elite will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lotus Elite | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Lotus | Subaru |
| Model | Elite | Outback |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1216 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2740 mm |
