2004 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 408 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV, 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
Model | GTV | Elise |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 44 L |