1996 Lotus Elise vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1996 Lotus Elise is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 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 80 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1996 Lotus Elise.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Lotus Elise (169 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lotus Elise | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Lotus | Wartburg |
Model | Elise | 312 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 43 L |