1970 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1990 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1990 Lotus Elan is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 20 kg more than 1990 Lotus Elan.
Because 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Lotus Elan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Lotus Elan (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1990 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | GTV | Elan |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2260 mm |
