1976 Fiat 131 vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 131 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Fiat 131 | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Fiat | Lotus |
Model | 131 | Exige |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2310 mm |