1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1998 Lotus 340 R
To start off, 1998 Lotus 340 R is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lotus 340 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus 340 R (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus 340 R should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lotus 340 R weights approximately 105 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700. 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, 1998 Lotus 340 R (198 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm). This means 1998 Lotus 340 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 700 | 1998 Lotus 340 R | |
Make | Abarth | Lotus |
Model | 700 | 340 R |
Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 198 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 72 L |