1961 Lotus Elite vs. 1969 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 1969 Nissan Fairlady is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Nissan Fairlady is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Nissan Fairlady (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1961 Lotus Elite. (83 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Nissan Fairlady should accelerate faster than 1961 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Nissan Fairlady weights approximately 415 kg more than 1961 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lotus Elite | 1969 Nissan Fairlady | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Elite | Fairlady |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1216 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2310 mm |
