1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2003 Lada 111
To start off, 2003 Lada 111 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2003 Lada 111. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 285 kg more than 2003 Lada 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 111. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2003 Lada 111 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | Spider | 111 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 43 L |
