1991 Innocenti Koral vs. 1966 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1991 Innocenti Koral is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,557 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lotus Elan (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1991 Innocenti Koral. (56 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1991 Innocenti Koral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Innocenti Koral weights approximately 94 kg more than 1966 Lotus Elan.
Because 1966 Lotus Elan 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 1966 Lotus Elan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Innocenti Koral, 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, 1966 Lotus Elan (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti Koral. (80 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti Koral.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Innocenti Koral | 1966 Lotus Elan | |
Make | Innocenti | Lotus |
Model | Koral | Elan |
Year Released | 1991 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1557 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 72.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 696 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2140 mm |