1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1989 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1989 Lotus Esprit is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 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 (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
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 (221 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1989 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 1989 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Fiat | Lotus |
Model | 1500 | Esprit |
Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 221 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |