1960 Fiat 500 vs. 2012 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2012 Lotus Evora is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 500.
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 Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 500. (30 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fiat 500 | 2012 Lotus Evora | |
Make | Fiat | Lotus |
Model | 500 | Evora |
Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 500 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1222 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1960 mm | 2576 mm |