1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1984 Lotus Etna
To start off, 1984 Lotus Etna is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lotus Etna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lotus Etna (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
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, 1984 Lotus Etna (408 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (197 Nm). This means 1984 Lotus Etna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1984 Lotus Etna | |
| Make | Abarth | Lotus |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | Etna |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
