1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1978 Lada 1200
To start off, 1978 Lada 1200 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,569 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (125 HP) has 66 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1200. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 75 kg more than 1978 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1978 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | GT | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 39 L |
