1961 Abarth 700 vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lotus Exige weights approximately 305 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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 700 | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Abarth | Lotus |
Model | 700 | Exige |
Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |