1968 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2000 Lada 112
To start off, 2000 Lada 112 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lada 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Lada 112. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lada 112 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior 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 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lada 112, 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada 112. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada 112.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2000 Lada 112 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
Model | Junior | 112 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2500 mm |