1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1955 Lotus 11
To start off, both 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 and 1955 Lotus 11 were released in the same year (1955). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1955 Lotus 11. (74 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1955 Lotus 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1955 Lotus 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1955 Lotus 11 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | 1900 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1099 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2160 mm |
