2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat 500 weights approximately 123 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2009 Lotus Elise 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 2009 Lotus Elise. 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, 2009 Lotus Elise (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Elise | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Lotus | Fiat |
| Model | Elise | 500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 35 L |
