2000 Fiat Coupe vs. 2002 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2002 Lotus Elise is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Coupe (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2002 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 430 kg more than 2002 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Coupe, 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, 2002 Lotus Elise (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Coupe | 2002 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Fiat | Lotus |
Model | Coupe | Elise |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 31 L |