1962 Lotus Elan vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia is newer by 45 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lotus Elan (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 630 kg more than 1962 Lotus Elan.
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, 2007 Skoda Fabia, 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, 2007 Skoda Fabia (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lotus Elan. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lotus Elan | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Lotus | Skoda |
| Model | Elan | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
