1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2000 Lotus Extreme
To start off, 2000 Lotus Extreme is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Extreme (120 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (110 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Extreme should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 804 kg more than 2000 Lotus Extreme.
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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (241 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Extreme. (180 Nm). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Extreme.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2000 Lotus Extreme | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | 75 | Extreme |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 700 cc |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2420 mm |
