2003 Lotus Exige vs. 1961 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2003 Lotus Exige is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotus Exige (175 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1961 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2003 Lotus Exige.
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 Lotus Exige (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo P 1800. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lotus Exige | 1961 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Lotus | Volvo |
Model | Exige | P 1800 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 45 L |