1977 Fiat 131 vs. 1958 Lotus Elite
To start off, 1977 Fiat 131 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Lotus Elite (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lotus Elite should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 131 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1958 Lotus Elite.
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, 1958 Lotus Elite (105 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Lotus Elite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Fiat 131 | 1958 Lotus Elite | |
Make | Fiat | Lotus |
Model | 131 | Elite |
Year Released | 1977 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1216 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 66.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2240 mm |