1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2010 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2010 Lotus Exige is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Exige (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Exige weights approximately 1171 kg more than 1961 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, 2010 Lotus Exige (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2010 Lotus Exige has automatic transmission and 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lotus Exige will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2010 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | Giulietta | Exige |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 90 L |
