2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2000 Lotus Elise
To start off, both 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2000 Lotus Elise were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Elise (143 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 640 kg more than 2000 Lotus Elise.
Because 2000 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 2000 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156, 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 Elise (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2000 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
Model | 156 | Elise |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 89.3 mm |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 36 L |