1960 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 2,368 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Chevrolet Corvair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (186 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chevrolet Corvair weights approximately 385 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
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1960 Chevrolet Corvair | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
Model | Corvair | Elise |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 2368 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |