1968 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1968 Lotus Elan
To start off, both 1968 Alfa Romeo GT and 1968 Lotus Elan were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lotus Elan (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 160 kg more than 1968 Lotus Elan.
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:
1968 Alfa Romeo GT | 1968 Lotus Elan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
Model | GT | Elan |
Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 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 | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 59 L |