1990 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1990 Ford Fiesta. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Because 2007 Lotus Exige 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 2007 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1990 Ford Fiesta (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Fiesta | Exige |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 40 L |
