1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 1989 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1989 Lotus Esprit is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (264 HP) has 211 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 404 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1200. 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, 1989 Lotus Esprit (353 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1200 | 1989 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | 1200 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 264 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 256 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 31 L |
