1972 Fiat 130 vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Elise (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 674 kg more than 2011 Lotus Elise.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Elise. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 130 | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Fiat | Lotus |
Model | 130 | Elise |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 44 L |