1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 2009 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300.
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, 2009 Lotus Exige (231 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 2009 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Abarth | Lotus |
| Model | 1300 | Exige |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 40 L |
