1995 Innocenti Mille vs. 1993 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1995 Innocenti Mille is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lotus Elan (164 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1995 Innocenti Mille. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1995 Innocenti Mille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lotus Elan weights approximately 156 kg more than 1995 Innocenti Mille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1993 Lotus Elan (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Innocenti Mille. (72 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Innocenti Mille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Innocenti Mille | 1993 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Innocenti | Lotus |
| Model | Mille | Elan |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2260 mm |
