1974 Hyundai Pony vs. 2006 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2006 Lotus Elise is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Hyundai Pony 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 108 more horse power than 1974 Hyundai Pony. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1974 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lotus Elise weights approximately 66 kg more than 1974 Hyundai Pony. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Hyundai Pony. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Hyundai Pony | 2006 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Hyundai | Lotus |
Model | Pony | Elise |
Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |