2007 Fiat Idea vs. 1990 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2007 Fiat Idea is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Idea. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 Fiat Idea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Idea, 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, 1990 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Idea. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Idea | 1990 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Idea | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
