1990 Lotus Elan vs. 2010 Ascari A10
To start off, 2010 Ascari A10 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 1990 Lotus Elan. (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ascari A10 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1990 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ascari A10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ascari A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Lotus Elan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Lotus Elan | 2010 Ascari A10 | |
Make | Lotus | Ascari |
Model | Elan | A10 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2636 mm |