1982 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1982 Lotus Esprit
To start off, both 1982 Alfa Romeo GTV and 1982 Lotus Esprit were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 7 kg more than 1982 Alfa Romeo GTV.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1982 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | GTV | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 158 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
