1964 Abarth 595 vs. 1999 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 1999 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 546 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lotus GT 1 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1964 Abarth 595. 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, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Abarth 595 | 1999 Lotus GT 1 | |
Make | Abarth | Lotus |
Model | 595 | GT 1 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 593 cc | 3504 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 573 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2690 mm |