1979 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1998 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 1998 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 452 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 50 kg more than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
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, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1998 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | GTV | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 580 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1050 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2320 mm |
