1961 Abarth 750 vs. 2009 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lotus Exige weights approximately 381 kg more than 1961 Abarth 750. 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, 2009 Lotus Exige (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 750 | 2009 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Abarth | Lotus |
Model | 750 | Exige |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 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 | 535 kg | 916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 40 L |