1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 1974 Lada Riva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 270 kg more than 1974 Lada Riva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1974 Lada Riva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | Spider | Riva |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1450 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2420 mm |
