1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 52 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, 2011 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Abarth 2200 weights approximately 148 kg more than 2011 Lotus Elise.
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, 1959 Abarth 2200 (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 2200 | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Abarth | Lotus |
Model | 2200 | Elise |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2161 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 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 | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 44 L |