I suggest you try a later Elise Series 2 with the small Toyota engine (1.8 with around 139 hp). This one is a much better car than the older ones in term of finish (build quality) and reliability. And power is no issue even with this engine. The SC has a lot of problems as reported by people who own one.
It should fit anyone up to 185 - 190 cm. I am 1.80 and usually move the seat two notches to the front.
Mine is 3.5 years now, and the glue smell which was there initially has completely gone. Otherwise the car is quite cheap to run. And it is a lot of fun to drive, good even in bad weather.

Andreas

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