1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2000 Lada Samara
To start off, 2000 Lada Samara is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Lada Samara. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 80 kg more than 2000 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lada Samara, 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Samara. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2000 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | Giulietta | Samara |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1357 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
