2001 Kia Carens vs. 1968 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2001 Kia Carens is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lotus Elan (116 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Kia Carens. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Carens weights approximately 410 kg more than 1968 Lotus Elan.
Because 1968 Lotus Elan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Lotus Elan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Kia Carens, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Kia Carens (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Elan. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Kia Carens | 1968 Lotus Elan | |
Make | Kia | Lotus |
Model | Carens | Elan |
Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |