2009 Fiat Linea vs. 1957 Lotus Seven
To start off, 2009 Fiat Linea is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Lotus Seven is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lotus Seven (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Linea. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Linea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Linea weights approximately 435 kg more than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Because 1957 Lotus Seven 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 1957 Lotus Seven. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Linea, 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, 2009 Fiat Linea (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Linea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Linea | 1957 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Linea | Seven |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 29 L |
