1976 Lotus Eclat vs. 1965 Lotus 33
To start off, 1976 Lotus Eclat is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lotus 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lotus 33 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lotus Eclat is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lotus Eclat weights approximately 594 kg more than 1965 Lotus 33.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Lotus Eclat | 1965 Lotus 33 | |
Make | Lotus | Lotus |
Model | Eclat | 33 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 212 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 456 kg |