2000 AC Aceca vs. 1966 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2000 AC Aceca is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Elan. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Aceca weights approximately 950 kg more than 1966 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Aceca | 1966 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | AC | Lotus |
| Model | Aceca | Elan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 29 L |
