1982 Fiat Panda vs. 2000 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2000 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 529 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Panda. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lotus GT 1 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1982 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Lotus GT 1 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 2000 Lotus GT 1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Panda, 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, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Panda | 2000 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Panda | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 573 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2690 mm |
