1941 Fiat 500 vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 68 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (186 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1941 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1941 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lotus Elise weights approximately 250 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 | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Fiat | Lotus |
Model | 500 | Elise |
Year Released | 1941 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 569 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2310 mm |