1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1999 Lotus Esprit
To start off, both 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 and 1999 Lotus Esprit were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 213 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Because 1999 Lotus Esprit 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 1999 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Lotus Esprit (542 Nm) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (144 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1999 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | 145 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 268 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1378 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
