1968 Ford 17 vs. 1958 Lotus Elite
To start off, 1968 Ford 17 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford 17 (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1958 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 1958 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford 17 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1958 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 Ford 17 (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lotus Elite. (105 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1968 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 17 | 1958 Lotus Elite | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | 17 | Elite |
Year Released | 1968 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2550 cc | 1216 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 29 L |