1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1988 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1988 Lotus Esprit is newer by 22 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), 1988 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lotus Esprit (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 216 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, 1988 Lotus Esprit (298 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 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 | 1988 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | Giulia | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1988 |
| 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 | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 31 L |
