2004 Lotus Elise vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 2004 Lotus Elise is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 650 kg more than 2004 Lotus Elise.
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, 2004 Lotus Elise (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lotus Elise | 1957 Rover P4 | |
Make | Lotus | Rover |
Model | Elise | P4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |