1967 Fiat 2300 vs. 2009 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 2300. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 2300.
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, 2009 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 2300. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 2300 | 2009 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Fiat | Lotus |
Model | 2300 | Exige |
Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2277 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 44 L |