2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1966 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | 156 | Europa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
