1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1987 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 126 kg more than 1987 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1987 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 1987 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio, 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, 1987 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 1987 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Fiat | Lotus |
Model | Palio | Esprit |
Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 67 L |