1969 Lotus Elan vs. 1973 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1973 Triumph TR6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph TR6 (123 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Elan. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph TR6 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1969 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 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Elan. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Elan | 1973 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Lotus | Triumph |
| Model | Elan | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
