1955 Abarth 600 vs. 2012 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2012 Lotus Evora is newer by 57 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Evora 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, 2012 Lotus Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth 600 | 2012 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Abarth | Lotus |
| Model | 600 | Evora |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2576 mm |
