1974 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 2006 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2006 Lotus Elise is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 1,994 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. (182 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 464 kg more than 2006 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, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lamborghini Urraco | 2006 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Lamborghini | Lotus |
Model | Urraco | Elise |
Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 53 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |