1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 would be higher. At 2,935 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 weights approximately 222 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.
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, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (222 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
Model | GTV6 | Exige |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2935 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |