1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2000 Lotus Extreme
To start off, 2000 Lotus Extreme is newer by 41 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Extreme (120 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Extreme 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 419 kg more than 2000 Lotus Extreme.
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 Extreme (180 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm). This means 2000 Lotus Extreme 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 | 2000 Lotus Extreme | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | Giulietta | Extreme |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 700 cc |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2420 mm |
