1963 Fiat 2300 vs. 1998 Lotus Emme
To start off, 1998 Lotus Emme is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus Emme (260 HP) has 156 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 2300. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Emme should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 632 kg more than 1998 Lotus Emme.
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, 1998 Lotus Emme (354 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 2300. (167 Nm). This means 1998 Lotus Emme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 2300 | 1998 Lotus Emme | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | 2300 | Emme |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
