1996 Honda Civic vs. 1959 Lotus Elite
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 37 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 590 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.
Because 1959 Lotus Elite 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 1959 Lotus Elite. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic, 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, 1996 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 1959 Lotus Elite | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Civic | Elite |
Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1216 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2240 mm |