1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1959 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1969 Abarth 1300 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,280 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Seven. (74 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Abarth 1300 weights approximately 216 kg more than 1959 Lotus Seven. 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:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 1959 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Abarth | Lotus |
| Model | 1300 | Seven |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6250 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 | 636 kg | 420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2240 mm |
