1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1978 Lada 1600
To start off, 1978 Lada 1600 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1600. (78 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lada 1600 weights approximately 58 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1600. (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1978 Lada 1600 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
Model | Giulia | 1600 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 39 L |