1954 Abarth Simca vs. 1981 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1981 Lotus Esprit is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Abarth Simca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Abarth Simca would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lotus Esprit (159 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1954 Abarth Simca. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1954 Abarth Simca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 249 kg more than 1954 Abarth Simca. 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:
| 1954 Abarth Simca | 1981 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Abarth | Lotus |
| Model | Simca | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 818 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2490 mm |
