1974 Fiat 131 vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 131 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
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, 2011 Lotus Exige (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Fiat 131 | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Fiat | Lotus |
Model | 131 | Exige |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2299 mm |