1974 Fiat 130 vs. 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans
To start off, 1974 Fiat 130 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans. (84 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 1957 Lotus XI Le Mans | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | 130 | XI Le Mans |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2240 mm |
