2011 Lotus Exige vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 338 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Because 2011 Lotus Exige 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 2011 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146, 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, 2011 Lotus Exige (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lotus Exige | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Lotus | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Exige | 146 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3797 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1727 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1158 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2299 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 61 L |
