1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1959 Lotus Elite
To start off, 1980 Audi Quattro is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 2,143 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Quattro weights approximately 710 kg more than 1959 Lotus Elite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Lotus Elite. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 1959 Lotus Elite | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | Quattro | Elite |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 1216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 29 L |
