1960 Lotus Elite vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 47 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1960 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1960 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lotus Elise weights approximately 203 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, 2007 Lotus Elise (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Lotus Elite | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Lotus | Lotus |
Model | Elite | Elise |
Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1216 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 582 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 32 L |