1941 Fiat 500 vs. 1970 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1970 Lotus Seven is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,557 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Lotus Seven is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lotus Seven (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1941 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1941 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lotus Seven weights approximately 35 kg more than 1941 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Fiat 500 | 1970 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | 500 | Seven |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1557 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2240 mm |
