1962 Lotus Elan vs. 1995 Rover 600
To start off, 1995 Rover 600 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 600 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1962 Lotus Elan. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 1962 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 600 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1962 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Lotus Elan 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 1962 Lotus Elan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Rover 600, 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, 1995 Rover 600 (240 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lotus Elan. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Lotus Elan | 1995 Rover 600 | |
Make | Lotus | Rover |
Model | Elan | 600 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2730 mm |