1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 1987 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1987 Lotus Esprit is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 96 kg more than 1987 Lotus Esprit.
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:
| 1949 Fiat 1500 | 1987 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | 1500 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 67 L |
