1962 Fiat Berline vs. 2012 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2012 Lotus Exige is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat Berline weights approximately 361 kg more than 2012 Lotus Exige.
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 Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat Berline | 2012 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Fiat | Lotus |
Model | Berline | Exige |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 909 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 44 L |