2004 Lotus Elise vs. 1961 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Lotus Elise is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 170 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lotus Elise | 1961 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Lotus | Skoda |
Model | Elise | Octavia |
Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 30 L |