1975 Avanti Avanti vs. 2010 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2010 Lotus Elise is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Elise (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1975 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1975 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Elise weights approximately 301 kg more than 1975 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Lotus Elise (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Avanti Avanti. (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Avanti Avanti. 2010 Lotus Elise has automatic transmission and 1975 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1975 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lotus Elise will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Avanti Avanti | 2010 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Avanti | Lotus |
Model | Avanti | Elise |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 433 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 443 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4882 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1354 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2941 mm |