1999 Lotus Elise vs. 1976 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1999 Lotus Elise is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Elise (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1976 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1976 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Triumph TR6 weights approximately 378 kg more than 1999 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, 1976 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus Elise. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus Elise | 1976 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Lotus | Triumph |
| Model | Elise | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
