1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2009 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 2009 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Lotus Exige (231 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2009 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | Alfasud | Exige |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
