1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2010 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2010 Lotus Exige is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Exige (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Exige weights approximately 851 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 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, 2010 Lotus Exige (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 2010 Lotus Exige has automatic transmission and 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta has manual transmission. 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lotus Exige will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2010 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | Alfetta | Exige |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 90 L |
