2005 Lotus Elise vs. 1966 Simca 1300
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Simca 1300 weights approximately 94 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Lotus Elise (187 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1300. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Elise | 1966 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Lotus | Simca |
| Model | Elise | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
