1973 Fiat 130 vs. 1966 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1973 Fiat 130 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 3,236 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Elan. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 904 kg more than 1966 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Elan. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 130 | 1966 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | 130 | Elan |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3236 cc | 1557 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
