1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 1974 Lada Riva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,450 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lada Riva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (96 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada Riva weights approximately 270 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (106 Nm). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1974 Lada Riva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | GTA | Riva |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1450 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2420 mm |
