1991 Audi 100 vs. 1958 Lotus Elite
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 33 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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1958 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1958 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 926 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Audi 100 (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lotus Elite. (105 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1958 Lotus Elite | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | 100 | Elite |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
