1973 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1999 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1999 Lotus Esprit is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Esprit (350 HP) has 219 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. (131 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 350 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (400 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1999 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | GTV | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 286 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1028 kg | 1378 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 72 L |
