1977 Lancia Scorpion vs. 1974 Lotus Elite
To start off, 1977 Lancia Scorpion is newer by 3 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lotus Elite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lotus Elite (142 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Scorpion. (79 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Elite should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Scorpion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lancia Scorpion weights approximately 15 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, 1974 Lotus Elite (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Scorpion. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Lotus Elite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Scorpion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Scorpion | 1974 Lotus Elite | |
| Make | Lancia | Lotus |
| Model | Scorpion | Elite |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 142 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2490 mm |
