1995 Fiat Uno vs. 2002 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2002 Lotus Exige is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Uno. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Uno weights approximately 140 kg more than 2002 Lotus Exige.
Because 2002 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 2002 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Uno, 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, 2002 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Uno. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Uno | 2002 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Uno | Exige |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1371 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2310 mm |
