1960 Abarth Coupe vs. 1994 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1994 Lotus Elan is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth Coupe would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lotus Elan weights approximately 430 kg more than 1960 Abarth Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth Coupe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Abarth Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Elan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Lotus Elan (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth Coupe | 1994 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Abarth | Lotus |
| Model | Coupe | Elan |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 784 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2260 mm |
