1960 Lotus Elite vs. 1981 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 1981 Suzuki Cervo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 1,216 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Lotus Elite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Lotus Elite (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Lotus Elite should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Lotus Elite weights approximately 47 kg more than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. 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, 1960 Lotus Elite (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Lotus Elite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lotus Elite | 1981 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | Lotus | Suzuki |
| Model | Elite | Cervo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1216 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 582 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2040 mm |
