1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1974 Lada 1200
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lada 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada 1200 weights approximately 136 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1974 Lada 1200 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 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1974 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | Alfasud | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 46 L |
