1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lotus Elise weights approximately 12 kg more than 1959 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, 2012 Lotus Elise (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1200 | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Fiat | Lotus |
Model | 1200 | Elise |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 44 L |