1945 Fiat 500 vs. 1974 Lotus Eclat
To start off, 1974 Lotus Eclat is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lotus Eclat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1945 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 1945 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lotus Eclat weights approximately 445 kg more than 1945 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:
| 1945 Fiat 500 | 1974 Lotus Eclat | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | 500 | Eclat |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2440 mm |
