1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1999 Lada Samara II
To start off, 1999 Lada Samara II is newer by 36 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 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1999 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lada Samara II weights approximately 330 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Lada Samara II, 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, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1999 Lada Samara II | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
Model | Giulia | Samara II |
Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2470 mm |