1962 Lotus Elite vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1986 Toyota Celica is newer by 24 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Celica (115 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1962 Lotus Elite. (83 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1962 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Celica weights approximately 510 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, 1986 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lotus Elite. (102 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lotus Elite. 1986 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 1962 Lotus Elite has manual transmission. 1962 Lotus Elite will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lotus Elite | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Elite | Celica |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1215 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2620 mm |
