1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1966 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1966 Lotus Elan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 115 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 354 kg more than 1966 Lotus Elan.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Lotus Elan (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1966 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1966 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | Giulia | Elan |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1557 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
