1974 Fiat 500 vs. 1998 Lotus Emme
To start off, 1998 Lotus Emme is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lotus Emme is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus Emme (260 HP) has 242 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 500. (18 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Emme should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lotus Emme weights approximately 162 kg more than 1974 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Lotus Emme (354 Nm) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 500. (27 Nm). This means 1998 Lotus Emme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 500 | 1998 Lotus Emme | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | 500 | Emme |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2770 mm |
