1965 Abarth OT vs. 1999 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1999 Lotus Esprit is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth OT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth OT would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 653 kg more than 1965 Abarth OT.
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 Esprit (542 Nm) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1999 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Abarth | Lotus |
| Model | OT | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 268 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1378 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2430 mm |
