1962 Lotus Elite vs. 1980 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1980 Vauxhall Chevette is newer by 18 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 1,256 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Vauxhall Chevette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lotus Elite (83 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lotus Elite should accelerate faster than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Vauxhall Chevette weights approximately 195 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1962 Lotus Elite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lotus Elite | 1980 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Lotus | Vauxhall |
| Model | Elite | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1215 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 56 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 45 L |
