1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1966 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,557 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lotus Elan (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lotus Elan 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 198 kg more than 1966 Lotus Elan.
Because 1966 Lotus Elan 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 1966 Lotus Elan. 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, 1966 Lotus Elan (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Lotus Elan 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 | 1966 Lotus Elan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
Model | Alfasud | Elan |
Year Released | 1976 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1557 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 72.8 mm |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 696 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |