1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1984 Lotus Etna
To start off, 1984 Lotus Etna is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lotus Etna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lotus Etna (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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, 1984 Lotus Etna (408 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (170 Nm). This means 1984 Lotus Etna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1984 Lotus Etna | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | Spider | Etna |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |
