2005 Lotus Exige vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (243 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2010 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat 500 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Because 2005 Lotus Exige 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 2005 Lotus Exige. 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, 2005 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotus Exige | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Lotus | Fiat |
Model | Exige | 500 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 243 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |