both channel this into their road cars and use it as a basis for their trademark engineering approaches. Honda's high-revving, naturally aspirated engines are justly famed. And Lotus is equally hailed for its lightweight, minimalist approach and application of innovative chassis technology.
First seen in 1999, the Honda S2000's handsome, classical roadster proportions were matched with a simply incredible 2.0-litre engine capable of revving to 9,000rpm. An MX-5 for grown-ups, the S2000 gained a reputation for somewhat snappy handling that Honda has addressed with a number of tweaks and upgrades, most recently at the beginning of this year.
But can an updated version of a nine-year-old car really take on Lotus's latest and greatest? That's what we're here to decide, the British corner being fought by the supercharged Elise SC. Weighing just over 900kg and powered by a supercharged 1.8-litre Toyota engine revving to over 8,000rpm, this latest Elise is a formidable package.
Standing up for the Honda, Dan reckons its usability, fast-acting powered hood, value for money and that wondrous engine still make it a contender. But surely the hardcore appeal and blistering performance of Ian's Lotus are more than enough to see it triumph in this contest? Stand back and watch the sparks fly...
First seen in 1999, the Honda S2000's handsome, classical roadster proportions were matched with a simply incredible 2.0-litre engine capable of revving to 9,000rpm. An MX-5 for grown-ups, the S2000 gained a reputation for somewhat snappy handling that Honda has addressed with a number of tweaks and upgrades, most recently at the beginning of this year.
But can an updated version of a nine-year-old car really take on Lotus's latest and greatest? That's what we're here to decide, the British corner being fought by the supercharged Elise SC. Weighing just over 900kg and powered by a supercharged 1.8-litre Toyota engine revving to over 8,000rpm, this latest Elise is a formidable package.
Standing up for the Honda, Dan reckons its usability, fast-acting powered hood, value for money and that wondrous engine still make it a contender. But surely the hardcore appeal and blistering performance of Ian's Lotus are more than enough to see it triumph in this contest? Stand back and watch the sparks fly...
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