1983 Hummer H1 vs. 1962 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1983 Hummer H1 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Hummer H1 (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1962 Lotus Elan. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Hummer H1 should accelerate faster than 1962 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Hummer H1 weights approximately 2180 kg more than 1962 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Hummer H1 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Lotus Elan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Hummer H1 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, 1983 Hummer H1 (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lotus Elan. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Hummer H1 | 1962 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Hummer | Lotus |
| Model | H1 | Elan |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1962 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2140 mm |
