2009 Lotus Elise vs. 1971 TVR 2500
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 TVR 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 TVR 2500 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 TVR 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1971 TVR 2500. (107 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1971 TVR 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 TVR 2500 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Lotus Elise (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 TVR 2500. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 TVR 2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Elise | 1971 TVR 2500 | |
| Make | Lotus | TVR |
| Model | Elise | 2500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 45 L |
