1992 Ford Festiva vs. 1964 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1992 Ford Festiva is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Lotus Elan (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Festiva weights approximately 220 kg more than 1964 Lotus Elan.
Because 1964 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 1964 Lotus Elan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Festiva, 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, 1964 Lotus Elan (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Festiva | 1964 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Festiva | Elan |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2140 mm |
