1966 De Tomaso Vallelunga vs. 1966 Lotus Elan
To start off, both 1966 De Tomaso Vallelunga 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 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 De Tomaso Vallelunga weights approximately 79 kg more than 1966 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 De Tomaso Vallelunga | 1966 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lotus |
| Model | Vallelunga | Elan |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 104 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
