1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 58 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lotus Evora weights approximately 577 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, 2013 Lotus Evora (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora 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 | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | Giulietta | Evora |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 863 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
