1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (91 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lotus Exige weights approximately 339 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000 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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (104 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Abarth | Lotus |
Model | 1000 Bialbero | Exige |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 909 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 44 L |