1996 Fiat Legram vs. 1995 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1996 Fiat Legram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (286 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Legram. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Legram.
Because 1995 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 1995 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Legram, 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, 1995 Lotus Esprit (354 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Legram. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Legram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Legram | 1995 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Legram | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1150 mm |
