1971 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1971 Lotus Elan
To start off, both 1971 Daihatsu Consorte and 1971 Lotus Elan were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lotus Elan (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lotus Elan weights approximately 30 kg more than 1971 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.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Daihatsu Consorte | 1971 Lotus Elan | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lotus |
Model | Consorte | Elan |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 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 | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1170 mm |