1968 Lotus Elan vs. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 2,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Vauxhall Firenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1968 Lotus Elan. (116 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza should accelerate faster than 1968 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza weights approximately 190 kg more than 1968 Lotus Elan. 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, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Elan. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Vauxhall Firenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lotus Elan | 1973 Vauxhall Firenza | |
Make | Lotus | Vauxhall |
Model | Elan | Firenza |
Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |