1996 Fiat 131 vs. 1959 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1996 Fiat 131 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat 131 (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Seven. (74 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat 131 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1959 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat 131 | 1959 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | 131 | Seven |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2240 mm |
