1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1974 Lotus Eclat
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lotus Eclat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lotus Eclat would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lotus Eclat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Lotus Eclat (190 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1974 Lotus Eclat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1974 Lotus Eclat | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | 145 | Eclat |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
