2009 Hyundai H1 vs. 1997 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Hyundai H1 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai H1 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1997 Lotus Elise. (117 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai H1 should accelerate faster than 1997 Lotus Elise.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai H1 (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai H1 | 1997 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lotus |
| Model | H1 | Elise |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Van | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |
