2006 Lotus Elise vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 2006 Lotus Elise is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 498 kg more than 2006 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, 1956 Rover P4 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1956 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lotus Elise | 1956 Rover P4 | |
Make | Lotus | Rover |
Model | Elise | P4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1448 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |