1964 Abarth 700 vs. 1983 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1983 Lotus Esprit is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 497 kg more than 1964 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, 1983 Lotus Esprit (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1983 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 700 | 1983 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Abarth | Lotus |
| Model | 700 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| 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 | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 31 L |
