1974 Lotus Eclat 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 Lotus Eclat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lotus Eclat would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lotus Eclat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (186 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1974 Lotus Eclat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lotus Eclat weights approximately 270 kg more than 2009 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 Lotus Eclat (190 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (133 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1974 Lotus Eclat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Lotus Eclat 2009 Lotus Elise
Make Lotus Lotus
Model Eclat Elise
Year Released 1974 2009
Body Type Coupe Roadster
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1971 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 160 HP 186 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 7800 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 133 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 6800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95.2 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 69.3 mm 89.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 11.5:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1055 kg 785 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 3800 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1120 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2310 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 67 L 38 L


 

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