1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 2005 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Lotus Esprit is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Esprit (349 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 530 kg more than 1957 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, 2005 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1100 | 2005 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | 1100 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 73 L |
