1998 Lotus Elise vs. 2010 Fiat Linea
To start off, 2010 Fiat Linea is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus Elise (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Linea. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Linea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Linea weights approximately 480 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Because 1998 Lotus Elise 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 1998 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Linea, 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, 2010 Fiat Linea (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Elise. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Linea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lotus Elise | 2010 Fiat Linea | |
| Make | Lotus | Fiat |
| Model | Elise | Linea |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
