1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1987 Lada Samara
To start off, 1987 Lada Samara is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada Samara weights approximately 25 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Lada Samara, 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, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (108 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1987 Lada Samara | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
Model | Giulietta | Samara |
Year Released | 1956 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 43 L |