1962 Abarth 2400 vs. 1994 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1994 Lotus Esprit is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 2,323 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 2400.
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, 1994 Lotus Esprit (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 2400 | 1994 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Abarth | Lotus |
| Model | 2400 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 267 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |
