1965 Fiat Coupe vs. 1986 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1986 Lotus Esprit is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lotus Esprit (215 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Lotus Esprit (405 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (200 Nm). This means 1986 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat Coupe | 1986 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Coupe | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
