1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2000 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2000 Lotus Exige is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 349 kg more than 2000 Lotus Exige.
Because 2000 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 2000 Lotus Exige. 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, 2000 Lotus Exige (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus Exige 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 | 2000 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | 145 | Exige |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1369 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 36 L |
