1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1962 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Lotus Seven is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lotus Seven (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA weights approximately 320 kg more than 1962 Lotus Seven.
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 GTA | 1962 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | GTA | Seven |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 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 | 790 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 29 L |
