1962 Lotus Elite vs. 1978 Tatra T613
To start off, 1978 Tatra T613 is newer by 16 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Tatra T613 (167 HP) has 84 more horse power than 1962 Lotus Elite. (83 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1962 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Tatra T613 weights approximately 1032 kg more than 1962 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. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lotus Elite. (102 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1978 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lotus Elite | 1978 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Lotus | Tatra |
| Model | Elite | T613 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1215 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 167 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2990 mm |
