1971 Abarth 595 vs. 2001 Lotec Sirius
To start off, 2001 Lotec Sirius is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lotec Sirius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotec Sirius (1,185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1158 more horse power than 1971 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec Sirius should accelerate faster than 1971 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lotec Sirius weights approximately 810 kg more than 1971 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, 2001 Lotec Sirius (1,346 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1301 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec Sirius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Abarth 595 | 2001 Lotec Sirius | |
| Make | Abarth | Lotec |
| Model | 595 | Sirius |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 1185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 1346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1130 mm |
