1966 Fiat Coupe vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (186 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 445 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Fiat Coupe (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (133 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Coupe | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Coupe | Elise |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
