1968 Audi Super 90 vs. 1962 Lotus Elite
To start off, 1968 Audi Super 90 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Audi Super 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Audi Super 90 (87 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1962 Lotus Elite. (83 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Audi Super 90 should accelerate faster than 1962 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Audi Super 90 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1962 Lotus Elite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Audi Super 90 (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lotus Elite. (102 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1968 Audi Super 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Audi Super 90 | 1962 Lotus Elite | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | Super 90 | Elite |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 29 L |
