1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2000 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2000 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 485 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lotus GT 1 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1959 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, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1000 | 2000 Lotus GT 1 | |
Make | Abarth | Lotus |
Model | 1000 | GT 1 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 573 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2690 mm |