1972 Fiat 124 vs. 2000 Lotus M250
To start off, 2000 Lotus M250 is newer by 28 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lotus M250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus M250 (176 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 124 weights approximately 321 kg more than 2000 Lotus M250.
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, 2000 Lotus M250 (180 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (153 Nm). This means 2000 Lotus M250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 2000 Lotus M250 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | 124 | M250 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
