1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Elise (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lotus Elise weights approximately 121 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Lotus Elise (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Fiat 1100 | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Fiat | Lotus |
Model | 1100 | Elise |
Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 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 | 805 kg | 926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 44 L |