1966 Autobianchi Primula vs. 1966 Lotus Elan
To start off, both 1966 Autobianchi Primula and 1966 Lotus Elan were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,556 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lotus Elan (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1966 Autobianchi Primula. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1966 Autobianchi Primula. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Autobianchi Primula weights approximately 170 kg more than 1966 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Autobianchi Primula | 1966 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Lotus |
| Model | Primula | Elan |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 29 L |
