1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1999 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1999 Lotus Esprit is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Esprit (349 HP) has 263 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 295 kg more than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
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, 1999 Lotus Esprit (351 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1999 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | Junior | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 349 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2310 mm |
