1977 Fiat 132 vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (219 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 132. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 132 weights approximately 349 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
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, 2009 Lotus Elise (212 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 132. (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 132 | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | 132 | Elise |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 44 L |
