1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1996 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1996 Lotus Elan is newer by 33 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotus Elan (163 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 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 30 kg more than 1996 Lotus Elan.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Lotus Elan (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | Giulia | Elan |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2260 mm |
