1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1976 Lada 1200
To start off, 1976 Lada 1200 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1976 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1976 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1976 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1976 Lada 1200 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
Model | 2000 | 1200 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1976 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1178 kg | 948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 39 L |