1962 Abarth 1300 vs. 1962 Lotus Elite
To start off, both 1962 Abarth 1300 and 1962 Lotus Elite were released in the same year (1962). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,278 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Abarth 1300 (137 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1962 Lotus Elite. (83 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1962 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Abarth 1300 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1962 Lotus Elite. 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:
| 1962 Abarth 1300 | 1962 Lotus Elite | |
| Make | Abarth | Lotus |
| Model | 1300 | Elite |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 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 | 630 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 29 L |
