1963 Lotus Elan vs. 1970 Opel GT
To start off, 1970 Opel GT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lotus Elan (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1970 Opel GT. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel GT.
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, 1963 Lotus Elan (138 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (85 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1963 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lotus Elan | 1970 Opel GT | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | Elan | GT |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |
