1964 Fiat Berline vs. 1999 Lotus M250
To start off, 1999 Lotus M250 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lotus M250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus M250 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Fiat Berline weights approximately 320 kg more than 1999 Lotus M250.
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, 1999 Lotus M250 (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus M250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Fiat Berline | 1999 Lotus M250 | |
Make | Fiat | Lotus |
Model | Berline | M250 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1180 mm |