1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1961 Lotus Elite
To start off, both 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta and 1961 Lotus Elite were released in the same year (1961). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Lotus Elite (83 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Lotus Elite should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 240 kg more than 1961 Lotus Elite.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1961 Lotus Elite | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
Model | Giulietta | Elite |
Year Released | 1961 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1216 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 29 L |