1991 Alpine A 610 vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpine A 610 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 539 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige. 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, 1991 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Alpine A 610 | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Alpine | Lotus |
Model | A 610 | Exige |
Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1730 mm |