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 1,569 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lotus Elan (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 274 kg more than 1966 Lotus Elan.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Lotus Elan (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 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 | 1569 cc | 1557 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72.8 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 696 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |