2006 Lotus Elise vs. 1963 Seat 600
To start off, 2006 Lotus Elise is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1963 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lotus Elise weights approximately 321 kg more than 1963 Seat 600. 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 Lotus Elise (187 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lotus Elise | 1963 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Lotus | Seat |
| Model | Elise | 600 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2010 mm |
