1994 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1969 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 (494 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Elan. (116 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1969 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Elan. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1969 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | 155 | Elan |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 850 kg |
