1962 Lotus Elite vs. 1977 Seat 131
To start off, 1977 Seat 131 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Seat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lotus Elite (83 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1977 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lotus Elite should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Seat 131 weights approximately 306 kg more than 1962 Lotus Elite.
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, 1962 Lotus Elite (102 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1962 Lotus Elite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lotus Elite | 1977 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Lotus | Seat |
| Model | Elite | 131 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1215 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2500 mm |
