2003 Holden Berlina vs. 1968 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2003 Holden Berlina is newer by 35 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1968 Lotus Elan. (116 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1968 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Berlina weights approximately 720 kg more than 1968 Lotus Elan. 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, 2003 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Elan. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Berlina | 1968 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Holden | Lotus |
| Model | Berlina | Elan |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2440 mm |
