1976 Avanti Avanti vs. 1968 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1976 Avanti Avanti is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1968 Lotus Elan. (116 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1968 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 730 kg more than 1968 Lotus Elan. 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, 1976 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Elan. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Avanti Avanti | 1968 Lotus Elan | |
Make | Avanti | Lotus |
Model | Avanti | Elan |
Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2440 mm |