1974 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 432 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | GTV | Europa |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
