1989 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1989 Lotus Esprit
To start off, both 1989 Alfa Romeo 33 and 1989 Lotus Esprit were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo 33. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 419 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Lotus Esprit 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 1989 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 33, 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, 1989 Lotus Esprit (353 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1989 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
Model | 33 | Esprit |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 256 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 31 L |