2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1968 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lotus Elan (116 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 95 kg more than 1968 Lotus Elan.
Because 1968 Lotus Elan 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 1968 Lotus Elan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio, 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, 1968 Lotus Elan (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1968 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1968 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Palio | Elan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 945 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
