1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1959 Lotus Elite
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 1,566 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1959 Lotus Elite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1959 Lotus Elite | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
Model | 75 | Elite |
Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1566 cc | 1216 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 29 L |