1970 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 2012 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2012 Lotus Exige is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Consorte. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lotus Exige weights approximately 272 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Consorte. 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.
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1970 Daihatsu Consorte | 2012 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lotus |
Model | Consorte | Exige |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 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 | 670 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 44 L |