1996 Fiat 131 vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (186 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 131. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat 131 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Fiat 131 (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (133 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat 131 | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Fiat | Lotus |
Model | 131 | Elise |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 11.5:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
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 | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |