1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1980 Lada 2105
To start off, 1980 Lada 2105 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (125 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1980 Lada 2105. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 55 kg more than 1980 Lada 2105. 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (176 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 2105. (118 Nm). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1980 Lada 2105 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | Alfetta | 2105 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2430 mm |
