1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1970 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,557 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Lotus Seven is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lotus Seven (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 320 kg more than 1970 Lotus Seven.
Because 1970 Lotus Seven 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 1970 Lotus Seven. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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.
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1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1970 Lotus Seven | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
Model | Alfasud | Seven |
Year Released | 1979 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1557 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2240 mm |