1980 Lotus Esprit vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Esprit (208 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 134 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Lotus Esprit is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Lotus Esprit (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lotus Esprit | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Lotus | Fiat |
Model | Esprit | 500 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 40 L |