1998 Honda Today vs. 1974 Lotus Eclat
To start off, 1998 Honda Today is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lotus Eclat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lotus Eclat would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lotus Eclat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lotus Eclat weights approximately 345 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lotus Eclat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1974 Lotus Eclat (190 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Lotus Eclat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Today | 1974 Lotus Eclat | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | Today | Eclat |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 655 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
