1981 Lotus Esprit vs. 2012 Fiat Multipla
To start off, 2012 Fiat Multipla is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Multipla. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 325 kg more than 1981 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1981 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 1981 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Multipla, 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, 1981 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Multipla. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1981 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lotus Esprit | 2012 Fiat Multipla | |
| Make | Lotus | Fiat |
| Model | Esprit | Multipla |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 63 L |
