1985 Fiat Panda vs. 1959 Lotus Elite
To start off, 1985 Fiat Panda is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 1,216 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Lotus Elite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Lotus Elite (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lotus Elite should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat Panda weights approximately 110 kg more than 1959 Lotus Elite.
Because 1959 Lotus Elite 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 1959 Lotus Elite. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1959 Lotus Elite (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Lotus Elite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Panda | 1959 Lotus Elite | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Panda | Elite |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 29 L |
