1974 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 31 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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (396 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lotus Exige weights approximately 334 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, 2005 Lotus Exige (400 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Fiat 500 | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Fiat | Lotus |
Model | 500 | Exige |
Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2310 mm |