1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1978 Lada 1600
To start off, 1978 Lada 1600 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1600. (78 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lada 1600 weights approximately 4 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1600. (122 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 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1978 Lada 1600 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | GT | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 39 L |
