1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1959 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Seven. (74 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 910 kg more than 1959 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1959 Lotus Seven | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
Model | Spider | Seven |
Year Released | 1962 | 1959 |
Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1350 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2240 mm |