1955 Abarth 600 vs. 2009 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 600.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Abarth 600 | 2009 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Abarth | Lotus |
Model | 600 | Exige |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2310 mm |