1958 Abarth 750 vs. 1959 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1959 Lotus Seven is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Lotus Seven is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Lotus Seven (74 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 750. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Abarth 750 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1959 Lotus Seven.
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:
| 1958 Abarth 750 | 1959 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Abarth | Lotus |
| Model | 750 | Seven |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 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 | 540 kg | 420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2240 mm |
