2007 Lotus Elise vs. 1967 Renault 10
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Renault 10 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1967 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lotus Elise weights approximately 10 kg more than 1967 Renault 10. 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, 2007 Lotus Elise (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Elise | 1967 Renault 10 | |
Make | Lotus | Renault |
Model | Elise | 10 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1107 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 42 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 38 L |