1960 Lotus Elite vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1960 Lotus Elite is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Rover P4 (80 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1960 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 902 kg more than 1960 Lotus Elite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1954 Rover P4 (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1954 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lotus Elite | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Lotus | Rover |
| Model | Elite | P4 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1216 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 582 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 52 L |
