1953 Abarth 103 GT vs. 1985 Lotus Excel
To start off, 1985 Lotus Excel is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Abarth 103 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Abarth 103 GT would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lotus Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lotus Excel (181 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1953 Abarth 103 GT. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 1953 Abarth 103 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lotus Excel weights approximately 343 kg more than 1953 Abarth 103 GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Abarth 103 GT | 1985 Lotus Excel | |
| Make | Abarth | Lotus |
| Model | 103 GT | Excel |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 1171 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 66 L |
