1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1969 Lotus Europa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 208 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | Giulietta | Europa |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
