2000 Lotus Elise vs. 1965 Seat 1500
To start off, 2000 Lotus Elise is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Seat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Seat 1500 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Elise (143 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1965 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1965 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Seat 1500 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2000 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus Elise | 1965 Seat 1500 | |
| Make | Lotus | Seat |
| Model | Elise | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
