1995 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1983 Lotus Excel
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lotus Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lotus Excel would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lotus Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lotus Excel (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1983 Lotus Excel.
Because 1983 Lotus Excel 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 1983 Lotus Excel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145, 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, 1983 Lotus Excel (218 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1983 Lotus Excel | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
Model | 145 | Excel |
Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 31 L |