1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1961 Lotus Elite
To start off, both 1961 Abarth 700 and 1961 Lotus Elite were released in the same year (1961). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,216 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Lotus Elite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Lotus Elite (83 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Lotus Elite should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Lotus Elite weights approximately 10 kg more than 1961 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 1961 Lotus Elite | |
| Make | Abarth | Lotus |
| Model | 700 | Elite |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 1216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 29 L |
