1974 Lotus Elite vs. 1953 Rover P4
To start off, 1974 Lotus Elite is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lotus Elite (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1953 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Elite should accelerate faster than 1953 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Rover P4 weights approximately 426 kg more than 1974 Lotus Elite.
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, 1953 Rover P4 (187 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lotus Elite. (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1953 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lotus Elite | 1953 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Lotus | Rover |
| Model | Elite | P4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 52 L |
