1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 1958 Lotus Elite
To start off, 1988 Avanti Avanti is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1958 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1958 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1958 Lotus Elite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lotus Elite. (105 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lotus Elite. 1988 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1958 Lotus Elite has manual transmission. 1958 Lotus Elite will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Avanti Avanti | 1958 Lotus Elite | |
| Make | Avanti | Lotus |
| Model | Avanti | Elite |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2240 mm |
