1979 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2001 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2001 Lotus Elise is newer by 22 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotus Elise (141 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotus Elise 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 385 kg more than 2001 Lotus Elise.
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, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV (190 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lotus Elise. (179 Nm). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2001 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | GTV | Elise |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 715 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
