2002 Honda S2000 vs. 1960 Lotus Elite
To start off, 2002 Honda S2000 is newer by 42 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1960 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S2000 weights approximately 683 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.
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, 2002 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S2000 | 1960 Lotus Elite | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | S2000 | Elite |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 29 L |
