2006 Ford Fusion vs. 1963 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 2,278 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1963 Lotus Elan. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1963 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 1121 kg more than 1963 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, 2006 Ford Fusion (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lotus Elan. (138 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 1963 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Fusion | Elan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
