1973 Fiat 130 vs. 2009 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,237 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130.
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, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 130 | 2009 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Fiat | Lotus |
Model | 130 | Exige |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3237 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 44 L |