1999 Fiat Duna vs. 1963 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1999 Fiat Duna is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lotus Elan (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Duna weights approximately 291 kg more than 1963 Lotus Elan.
Because 1963 Lotus Elan 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 1963 Lotus Elan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Duna, 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, 1999 Fiat Duna (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lotus Elan. (138 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Duna | 1963 Lotus Elan | |
Make | Fiat | Lotus |
Model | Duna | Elan |
Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 72.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2140 mm |