1968 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2006 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2006 Lotus Elise is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 20 kg more than 2006 Lotus Elise.
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, 2006 Lotus Elise (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2006 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
Model | Junior | Elise |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2310 mm |