1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1980 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1980 Lotus Esprit is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Esprit (208 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 234 kg more than 1966 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, 1980 Lotus Esprit (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1980 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | Giulia | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 67 L |
