1996 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 705 kg more than 1966 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | GTV | Europa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
