2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1995 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (286 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 464 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto, 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, 1995 Lotus Esprit (354 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1995 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Punto | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1339 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 73 L |
