1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2000 Lotus M250
To start off, 2000 Lotus M250 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lotus M250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus M250 (176 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 189 kg more than 2000 Lotus M250.
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, 2000 Lotus M250 (180 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm). This means 2000 Lotus M250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2000 Lotus M250 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | Giulietta | M250 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 72 L |
