1963 Fiat 1500 vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 46 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), 2009 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
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, 2009 Lotus Elise (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1500. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 1500 | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Fiat | Lotus |
Model | 1500 | Elise |
Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
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 | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |