1943 Fiat 500 vs. 1988 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1988 Lotus Esprit is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1943 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1943 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 641 kg more than 1943 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:
| 1943 Fiat 500 | 1988 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | 500 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1943 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 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 | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2440 mm |
