1966 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1959 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1966 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo GT (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Seven. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 540 kg more than 1959 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo GT | 1959 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | GT | Seven |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2240 mm |
