1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,900 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 303 kg more than 2009 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Lotus Elise (168 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2009 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Fiat 1400 | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Fiat | Lotus |
Model | 1400 | Elise |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1900 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 168 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 882 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |