1978 Avanti Avanti vs. 2005 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1978 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 730 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise.
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, 1978 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Elise. (186 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Avanti Avanti | 2005 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Avanti | Lotus |
Model | Avanti | Elise |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 6568 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2310 mm |