1965 AC Aceca vs. 1991 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1991 Lotus Elan is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC Aceca (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1991 Lotus Elan. (163 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1991 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lotus Elan weights approximately 229 kg more than 1965 AC Aceca.
Because 1965 AC Aceca 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 1965 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Lotus Elan, 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, 1965 AC Aceca (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1965 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1965 AC Aceca | 1991 Lotus Elan | |
Make | AC | Lotus |
Model | Aceca | Elan |
Year Released | 1965 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2260 mm |