1962 Lotus Elite vs. 2005 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2005 Toyota Hilux is newer by 43 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lotus Elite (83 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Hilux. (82 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lotus Elite should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 714 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, 2005 Toyota Hilux (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lotus Elite. (102 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lotus Elite | 2005 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Elite | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1215 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 82 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1374 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 56 L |
