1974 Lotus Eclat vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius is newer by 36 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, 1974 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Prius weights approximately 325 kg more than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Because 1974 Lotus Eclat 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 1974 Lotus Eclat. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Prius, 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, 1974 Lotus Eclat (190 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Lotus Eclat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lotus Eclat | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Eclat | Prius |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 45 L |