1969 Lotus Elan vs. 2011 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2011 Toyota Yaris is newer by 42 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 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Elan (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 160 kg more than 1969 Lotus Elan.
Because 1969 Lotus Elan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Lotus Elan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Yaris, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Lotus Elan (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1969 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Elan | 2011 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Elan | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 889 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1689 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 42 L |
