2001 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1959 Lotus Elite
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Tracker (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Elite.
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, 2001 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Tracker | 1959 Lotus Elite | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Tracker | Elite |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2240 mm |
