1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lotus Elise weights approximately 130 kg more than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 2009 Lotus Elise (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
Model | Giulietta | Elise |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 40 L |