2009 Lotus Exige vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,583 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 454 kg more than 2009 Lotus Exige.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Exige | 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | Lotus | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Exige | 2600 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |