1977 Fiat 133 vs. 1998 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 1998 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 546 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lotus GT 1 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1977 Fiat 133. 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 GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 133 | 1998 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | 133 | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 580 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2320 mm |
