1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1957 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Lotus Seven is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lotus Seven (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 195 kg more than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Because 1957 Lotus Seven 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 1957 Lotus Seven. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo, 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, 1957 Lotus Seven (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1957 Lotus Seven will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1957 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Tipo | Seven |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2190 mm |
