1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1965 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1965 Lotus Seven is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 2,161 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 2200 (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1965 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 1965 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Abarth 2200 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1965 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:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 1965 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Abarth | Lotus |
| Model | 2200 | Seven |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 29 L |
