1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (81 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 276 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Lotus Elise (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | Giulietta | Elise |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
