1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1995 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1995 Lotus Esprit is newer by 32 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (301 HP) has 186 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 265 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Lotus Esprit (380 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit 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 | 1995 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | Giulia | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 301 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 73 L |
