1995 Fiat Tempra vs. 1966 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1995 Fiat Tempra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,557 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lotus Elan (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Tempra.
Because 1966 Lotus Elan 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 1966 Lotus Elan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Tempra, 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, 1966 Lotus Elan (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1966 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Tempra | 1966 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Tempra | Elan |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1557 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
