1996 Lotus Elise vs. 2008 Peugeot 107
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 107 is newer by 12 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 107 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1996 Lotus Elise.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Lotus Elise (169 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 107. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lotus Elise | 2008 Peugeot 107 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Elise | 107 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 997 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |
