1959 Fiat 750 vs. 1994 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1994 Lotus Elan is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lotus Elan weights approximately 435 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 750 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 1959 Fiat 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Elan, 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, 1994 Lotus Elan (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 750 | 1994 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | 750 | Elan |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2260 mm |
