1991 Lotus Esprit vs. 2011 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2011 Fiat Siena is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 85 kg more than 2011 Fiat Siena.
Because 1991 Lotus Esprit 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 1991 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Siena, 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, 1991 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Siena. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lotus Esprit | 2011 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Lotus | Fiat |
| Model | Esprit | Siena |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 47 L |
