1965 Fiat Coupe vs. 1999 Lotus M250
To start off, 1999 Lotus M250 is newer by 34 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lotus M250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus M250 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 280 kg more than 1999 Lotus M250.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Lotus M250 (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus M250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat Coupe | 1999 Lotus M250 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Coupe | M250 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1180 mm |
