1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1999 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1999 Lotus Esprit is newer by 40 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 318 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200.
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, 1999 Lotus Esprit (542 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 1999 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Abarth | Lotus |
| Model | 2200 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 268 km/hour |
| 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 | 1378 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
