2000 Fiat Coupe vs. 2010 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2010 Lotus Evora is newer by 10 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 3,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Evora (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Coupe. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Evora weights approximately 811 kg more than 2000 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lotus Evora 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 2010 Lotus Evora. 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, 2010 Lotus Evora (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Coupe. 2010 Lotus Evora has automatic transmission and 2000 Fiat Coupe has manual transmission. 2000 Fiat Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lotus Evora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Coupe | 2010 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Coupe | Evora |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
