1970 GAZ 24 vs. 1960 Lotus Elite
To start off, 1970 GAZ 24 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 GAZ 24 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 GAZ 24 (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1960 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 GAZ 24 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 GAZ 24 weights approximately 818 kg more than 1960 Lotus Elite. 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, 1970 GAZ 24 (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1970 GAZ 24 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 GAZ 24 | 1960 Lotus Elite | |
| Make | GAZ | Lotus |
| Model | 24 | Elite |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2240 mm |
