1974 Lotus Eclat vs. 2013 Mini Roadster
To start off, 2013 Mini Roadster is newer by 39 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Roadster weights approximately 190 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, 2013 Mini Roadster, 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, 2013 Mini Roadster (260 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (190 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lotus Eclat | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
| Make | Lotus | Mini |
| Model | Eclat | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 50 L |
