1957 Abarth Renault vs. 1957 Lotus Seven
To start off, both 1957 Abarth Renault and 1957 Lotus Seven were released in the same year (1957). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Abarth Renault is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Abarth Renault (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Abarth Renault should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Abarth Renault weights approximately 445 kg more than 1957 Lotus Seven. 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:
1957 Abarth Renault | 1957 Lotus Seven | |
Make | Abarth | Lotus |
Model | Renault | Seven |
Year Released | 1957 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
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 | 890 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1350 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 29 L |