2000 Lotus Extreme vs. 1964 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2000 Lotus Extreme is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Extreme (120 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1964 Lotus Elan. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Extreme should accelerate faster than 1964 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Lotus Elan weights approximately 134 kg more than 2000 Lotus Extreme.
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, 2000 Lotus Extreme (180 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lotus Elan. (138 Nm). This means 2000 Lotus Extreme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus Extreme | 1964 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Lotus | Lotus |
| Model | Extreme | Elan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 700 cc | 1498 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 456 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2140 mm |
