1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 295 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise.
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, 2007 Lotus Elise (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
Model | Alfetta | Elise |
Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 32 L |