1996 Lotus Elise vs. 1961 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1996 Lotus Elise is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotus Elise (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 265 kg more than 1996 Lotus Elise.
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, 1996 Lotus Elise (169 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lotus Elise | 1961 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Lotus | Skoda |
Model | Elise | Octavia |
Year Released | 1996 | 1961 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 30 L |