1978 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2010 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2010 Lotus Exige is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Exige (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Exige weights approximately 812 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. 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 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. 2010 Lotus Exige has automatic transmission and 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV 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:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2010 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | GTV | Exige |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 90 L |
