1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1995 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1995 Lotus Esprit is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 349 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Lotus Esprit (380 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 1995 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | 124 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 266 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 73 L |
