1974 Honda 1300 vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (186 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1974 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Honda 1300 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2009 Lotus Elise 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 2009 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Honda 1300, 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, 2009 Lotus Elise (133 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Honda 1300 | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | 1300 | Elise |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1796 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 38 L |