1974 Lotus Elite vs. 2000 Peugeot Kart Up
To start off, 2000 Peugeot Kart Up is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot Kart Up is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot Kart Up (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1974 Lotus Elite. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot Kart Up should accelerate faster 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, 2000 Peugeot Kart Up (289 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lotus Elite. (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot Kart Up will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lotus Elite | 2000 Peugeot Kart Up | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Elite | Kart Up |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1090 mm |
