1963 Lotus Elan vs. 1973 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1973 Peugeot 404 is newer by 10 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 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lotus Elan (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 471 kg more than 1963 Lotus Elan.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lotus Elan | 1973 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Elan | 404 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
