1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 2004 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2004 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotec C 1000 (844 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 757 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lotec C 1000 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000. 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, 2004 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 894 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 1000 | 2004 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Abarth | Lotec |
| Model | 1000 | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 844 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1150 mm |
