1982 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (240 HP) has 132 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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, 2005 Lotus Exige (237 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
Model | Spider | Exige |
Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 240 HP |
Torque | 145 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2310 mm |