1976 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lotus Evora weights approximately 460 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 2013 Lotus Evora (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo GT | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | GT | Evora |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
