1996 Honda Today vs. 1962 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lotus Elan (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Today weights approximately 120 kg more than 1962 Lotus Elan.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Lotus Elan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1962 Lotus Elan (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1962 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Today | 1962 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | Today | Elan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
