1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lada Riva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lada Riva would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada Riva weights approximately 163 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1974 Lada Riva 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 1974 Lada Riva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1974 Lada Riva | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
Model | Alfasud | Riva |
Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1057 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2420 mm |