1954 Fiat V8 vs. 1999 Lotus Elise
To start off, 1999 Lotus Elise is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat V8 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Fiat V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Elise (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1954 Fiat V8. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat V8 weights approximately 432 kg more than 1999 Lotus Elise.
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:
| 1954 Fiat V8 | 1999 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | V8 | Elise |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
