1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1987 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1987 Lotus Esprit is newer by 21 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lotus Esprit (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 95 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, 1987 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 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 | 1987 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
Model | Giulia | Esprit |
Year Released | 1966 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 31 L |