1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1966 Lotus Europa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lotus Europa (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 265 kg more than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | Giulietta | Europa |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
