1999 Lotus GT 1 vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 499 more horse power than 2010 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat 500 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1999 Lotus GT 1.
Because 1999 Lotus GT 1 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 1999 Lotus GT 1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat 500, 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 Lotus GT 1 (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus GT 1 | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Lotus | Fiat |
| Model | GT 1 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 573 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2310 mm |
