1970 Audi 100 vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,871 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Elise (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1970 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Audi 100 weights approximately 156 kg more than 2011 Lotus Elise.
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, 2011 Lotus Elise (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi 100. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Audi 100 | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Audi | Lotus |
Model | 100 | Elise |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1871 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1082 kg | 926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 44 L |