1963 Fiat 1500 vs. 2008 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2008 Lotus Exige is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 309 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Lotus Exige (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1500. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 1500 | 2008 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Fiat | Lotus |
Model | 1500 | Exige |
Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |