1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Elise (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 289 kg more than 2012 Lotus Elise.
Because 2012 Lotus Elise 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 2012 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146, 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, 2012 Lotus Elise (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
Model | 146 | Elise |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 44 L |