1954 Abarth Renault vs. 1998 Lotus Elise
To start off, 1998 Lotus Elise is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Abarth Renault. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Abarth Renault would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Abarth Renault is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus Elise (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1954 Abarth Renault. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1954 Abarth Renault. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Abarth Renault weights approximately 176 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise.
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:
| 1954 Abarth Renault | 1998 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Abarth | Lotus |
| Model | Renault | Elise |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2310 mm |
