1961 Abarth 600 vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lotus Elise weights approximately 301 kg more than 1961 Abarth 600. 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, 2007 Lotus Elise (187 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Abarth | Lotus |
| Model | 600 | Elise |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| 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 | 47 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
