1958 Fiat 1100 vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lotus Elise weights approximately 11 kg more than 1958 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, 2007 Lotus Elise (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat 1100 | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Fiat | Lotus |
Model | 1100 | Elise |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 89.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 32 L |