1991 Ford Falcon vs. 1959 Lotus Elite
To start off, 1991 Ford Falcon is newer by 32 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Falcon (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Falcon weights approximately 866 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.
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, 1991 Ford Falcon (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Falcon | 1959 Lotus Elite | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Falcon | Elite |
Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3949 cc | 1216 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2240 mm |