1992 Lotec Testa de Oro vs. 1966 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1992 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 26 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 4,943 cc, 1992 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lotec Testa de Oro (750 HP) has 635 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Elan. (115 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 954 kg more than 1966 Lotus Elan. 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, 1992 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm) has 753 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Elan. (147 Nm). This means 1992 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lotec Testa de Oro | 1966 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Lotec | Lotus |
| Model | Testa de Oro | Elan |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1557 cc |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 347 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 696 kg |
