1960 Lotus Elite vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 34 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1960 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 200 weights approximately 603 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Rover 200 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lotus Elite | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Lotus | Rover |
| Model | Elite | 200 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1216 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 582 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
