2001 Honda S-MX vs. 1960 Lotus Elite
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1960 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1960 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 748 kg more than 1960 Lotus Elite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Lotus Elite. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda S-MX | 1960 Lotus Elite | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | S-MX | Elite |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2240 mm |
