1968 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1960 Lotus Elite
To start off, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1960 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1960 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 398 kg more than 1960 Lotus Elite. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GT | 1960 Lotus Elite | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | GT | Elite |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 29 L |
