1960 Lotus Elite vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 50 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1960 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1960 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Element weights approximately 1012 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.
Because 1960 Lotus Elite is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Lotus Elite. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Element, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lotus Elite. 2010 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1960 Lotus Elite has manual transmission. 1960 Lotus Elite will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lotus Elite | 2010 Honda Element | |
| Make | Lotus | Honda |
| Model | Elite | Element |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1216 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 582 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 60 L |
