1968 Audi Super 90 vs. 1963 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1968 Audi Super 90 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Audi Super 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lotus Elan (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1968 Audi Super 90. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi Super 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Audi Super 90 weights approximately 386 kg more than 1963 Lotus Elan.
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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lotus Elan. (138 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1968 Audi Super 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Audi Super 90 | 1963 Lotus Elan | |
Make | Audi | Lotus |
Model | Super 90 | Elan |
Year Released | 1968 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 72.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 185 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 | 594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |