2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1991 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 80 kg more than 1991 Lotus Elan.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Lotus Elan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Lotus Elan (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1991 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Panda | Elan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2260 mm |
