1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2009 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2009 Lotus Evora is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750.
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 Evora (342 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 2009 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2009 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Abarth | Lotus |
| Model | 750 | Evora |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 252 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 Length | 3570 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2580 mm |
