1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 1999 Lotus Elise
To start off, 1999 Lotus Elise is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth Bialbero would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Elise (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (72 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lotus Elise weights approximately 148 kg more than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. 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 Bialbero | 1999 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Abarth | Lotus |
| Model | Bialbero | Elise |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2310 mm |
