1956 Fiat 1900 vs. 2003 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2003 Lotus Exige is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,899 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotus Exige (175 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1900. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2003 Lotus Exige.
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:
| 1956 Fiat 1900 | 2003 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | 1900 | Exige |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
