1949 Fiat 500 vs. 2010 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2010 Lotus Exige is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Exige (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Exige weights approximately 1456 kg more than 1949 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. 2010 Lotus Exige has automatic transmission and 1949 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1949 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lotus Exige will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Fiat 500 | 2010 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | 500 | Exige |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
