1964 Autobianchi Primula vs. 1964 Lotus Elan
To start off, both 1964 Autobianchi Primula and 1964 Lotus Elan were released in the same year (1964). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Lotus Elan (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1964 Autobianchi Primula. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1964 Autobianchi Primula. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Autobianchi Primula weights approximately 208 kg more than 1964 Lotus Elan.
Because 1964 Lotus Elan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Lotus Elan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Autobianchi Primula, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1964 Lotus Elan (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Autobianchi Primula. (95 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1964 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Autobianchi Primula.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Autobianchi Primula | 1964 Lotus Elan | |
Make | Autobianchi | Lotus |
Model | Primula | Elan |
Year Released | 1964 | 1964 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72.7 mm |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 798 kg | 590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |