1985 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 2011 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2011 Zenvo ST1 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 758 more horse power than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. (346 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Zenvo ST1 weights approximately 416 kg more than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. 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, 2011 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1130 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 | 2011 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | Abarth | Zenvo |
| Model | Lancia 037 | ST1 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3055 mm |
