1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 1993 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1993 Lotus Esprit. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 1993 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1993 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 1993 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo, 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 Alfa Romeo Dardo (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 1993 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | Dardo | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 73 L |
