1970 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2000 Lada Samara
To start off, 2000 Lada Samara is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Lada Samara. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lada Samara weights approximately 200 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lada Samara, 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, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Samara. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2000 Lada Samara | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
Model | GTA | Samara |
Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 71 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |