1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2003 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2003 Lotus Elise is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2003 Lotus Elise. (121 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 720 kg more than 2003 Lotus Elise. 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lotus Elise. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2003 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Elise |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 31 L |
