1957 Abarth 750 vs. 2000 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2000 Lotus Exige is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lotus Exige weights approximately 201 kg more than 1957 Abarth 750. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Lotus Exige (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 750 | 2000 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Abarth | Lotus |
Model | 750 | Exige |
Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
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 | 585 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 36 L |