1996 Lotus Elise vs. 2000 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lotus Elise 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 76 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 MCC ForTwo weights approximately 25 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lotus Elise | 2000 MCC ForTwo | |
Make | Lotus | MCC |
Model | Elise | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 1810 mm |