1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 1974 Lada Riva is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada Riva weights approximately 10 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1974 Lada Riva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | Giulia | Riva |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1450 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2420 mm |
