1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2009 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 33 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 67 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Because 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta 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 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lada Kalina, 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 Alfetta (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | Alfetta | Kalina |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
