1991 Innocenti Koral vs. 2009 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Innocenti Koral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Innocenti Koral would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1991 Innocenti Koral. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1991 Innocenti Koral.
Because 2009 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 2009 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Innocenti Koral, 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, 2009 Lotus Exige (231 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti Koral. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti Koral.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Innocenti Koral | 2009 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Innocenti | Lotus |
| Model | Koral | Exige |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 902 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2310 mm |
