1995 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2008 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2008 Lotus Exige is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 454 kg more than 2008 Lotus Exige.
Because 2008 Lotus Exige 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 2008 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV, 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2008 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | GTV | Exige |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
