1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1959 Lotus Elite
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 1,216 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Lotus Elite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Lotus Elite (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lotus Elite should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 284 kg more than 1959 Lotus Elite.
Because 1959 Lotus Elite 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 1959 Lotus Elite. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1959 Lotus Elite (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Lotus Elite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1959 Lotus Elite | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | Alfasud | Elite |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 29 L |
