1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1968 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lotus Europa (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Seicento weights approximately 125 kg more than 1968 Lotus Europa.
Because 1968 Lotus Europa 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 1968 Lotus Europa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Seicento, 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, 1968 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1968 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 1968 Lotus Europa | |
Make | Fiat | Lotus |
Model | Seicento | Europa |
Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |